Gabriel Negretto on Chile's Constitution Draft

The video discusses the evolution of a draft constitution, highlighting its focus on citizen rights and political participation. Initially radical, the draft has become more moderate, maintaining a market economy while expanding social rights. Legislative majorities gain influence, reducing the judiciary and presidential roles. Public debate and external actors have shaped the draft, ensuring it is not disruptive. The constitution remains market-friendly, with limited state intervention compared to other countries.

What was the nature of the initial proposals for the Constitution?

• They were less radical than the current draft.

• They were identical to the current draft.

• They were more radical than the current draft.

• They focused solely on economic reforms.

How has the role of legislative majorities changed in the new draft?

• Their role remains unchanged.

• They have less influence in policy making.

• They have a greater influence in policy making.

• They are completely removed from the process.

What is the impact of the new draft on the judiciary and the President?

• Their roles are eliminated.

• Their roles are unchanged.

• Their roles are weakened.

• Their roles are strengthened.

How does the draft Constitution compare to other countries in terms of state intervention?

• It allows for more state intervention than Germany and Sweden.

• It allows for less state intervention than Germany and Sweden.

• It matches the level of state intervention in Germany and Sweden.

• It eliminates state intervention entirely.

What is the economic orientation of the new draft Constitution?

• It is socialist.

• It is anti-market.

• It is radically Social Democratic.

• It remains market-friendly.