News of Augusto Pinochet's death met with celebrations in Chile. The brutal dictator ruled the country for almost two decades, and was charged with human rights abuses and corruption. For a look at Pinochet's life and legacy, join Lynn Neary for a discussion with Chileans who experienced both the brutality and Pinochet's positive economic reforms.
Guests:
Tom Gjelten, NPR Correspondent
Roger Fontaine, Former Director of Latin American Affairs for the National Security Council (1981-83); Interviewed Pinochet for The Washington Times in 1987
Joyce Hormon, Widow of Charles Horman, the American whose story is depicted in the film Missing
Isabel Letelier, Widow of Orlando Letelier, a former Chilean ambassador to the United States
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