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ArgentinaThe second-largest country in South America. It has a population of nearly 46 million. has a new presidentIn some countries, the leader is called the president.. His name is Javier Milei and he is 53 years old.

His win has been called a "political earthquake".

Milei won 56% of the vote. His rival, Sergio Massa, got just 44%.

Milei is known for his far rightA range of ideologies that emphasise social order, racial purity, and the elimination of opponents. views. He has extreme plans, including shutting governmentThe group of people who govern - or lead - the country. departments that deal with the environment and women's rights. He even wants to make it legalSomething that is legal is allowed by the law. to sell human organs.

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He is an unusual man too. He says that the ghost of his dog told him to run for president, and he is known as "the madman".

His win has been welcomed by Donald TrumpAn American television personality who became US president from 2016 to 2020. He is running to be president again in 2024. .

So why have Argentinians voted for him? The country's economy has been struggling recently. Prices are rising fast, and many people live in povertyThe state of being very poor. .

Many want a change. And Milei has promised a lot of change - but it has left people around the world worried that life might become worse in Argentina, not better.

Yes! The rise of leaders like Javier Milei and Donald Trump shows that democracy is in danger. They are praised for their anti-democratic ideas.

No! The people of Argentina voted - and the man they voted for won. Democracy is not in danger. Most people around the world still say they want to live in one.