Holding Power Accountable: Santiago Acosta's Fight for Transparency in Chile

This compelling episode of Atlas Network with Michael Carnuccio dives into the work of Santiago Acosta, international programs manager at IdeaPaís, a Chilean think tank, to uncover the transformative 'government track record' initiative. This program meticulously tracks political promises against actual performance, exposing the gaps in Chile’s public administration. Acosta shares insights into the project's impacts, challenges to transparency, and its broad influence across Latin America. The episode also discusses Acosta's personal journey from Venezuela to Chile and the inspiring role of Atlas Network in supporting these initiatives.Support freedom worldwide: https://www.AtlasNetwork.orgShow Notes / Timestamps00:00 Introduction to IdeaPaís00:24 Chile's Government Accountability Initiative01:58 Challenges and Discoveries in Government Promises08:56 Impact and Success of the Initiative21:20 Expanding Transparency Across Latin America24:58 Partnership with Atlas Network37:18 Personal Reflections and Future Goals53:46 Conclusion and Call to Action