Politics
Tuesday, 21 May 2013 16:12
‘Judge us on our achievements’ says Piñera in speech announcing new bills for education and crime.In his May 21 address before his term ends in February 2014, President Sebastián Piñera sought to define his legacy, focusing on education, crime and labor issues in a speech lasting for more than two hours in front of Congress in Valparaiso on Tuesday.
Valparaíso braces for protests before President Sebestián Piñera arrives in the port city to give his national address to Congress.
Campaign funding thrown into spotlight as ongoing scandal over alleged bribery takes its first victim.
Amid claims the tragedy is being exploited for political purposes, court upholds lawyer’s request to include Michelle Bachelet in the ongoing 27/F investigation.
Backlash after failing to meet electoral deadline for parliamentary primaries leads Concertación alliance to seek alternative elections. 
Putting a hold on his political career, discredited former presidential candidate declines Piñera’s offer amid mounting criticism from the opposition.
Expanded electoral roll more than doubles spending limit of 2009 presidential race.
Despite recent scandals, Laurence Golborne will assume new government position just weeks after renouncing his presidential candidacy. 
Angelini Group gave large sums to congresswoman who subsequently supported controversial fishing law in its entirety.
Scandals implicating both governing and opposition politicians continue to shake-up Chile’s presidential campaign. 
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