Gabriel Boric

ModernPoliticianChile1986 — ?

Youngest Chilean president, student protest leader.

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Quick Facts

Born

1986

Country

Chile

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)54

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)65

Strategy (15%)44

Total Score53.2

Gabriel Boric — Complete Timeline

2011 AD

Led 2011 Chilean student protestsPolitical Action◆ Major

As president of the University of Chile Student Federation, Boric co-led months-long nationwide protests demanding free, high-quality public education. The movement forced President Pinera to propose education reforms and made Boric a national political figure.

Student ProtestEducation ReformSocial Movement

Impact: nationalprogressive

2014 AD

Elected to Chamber of DeputiesPolitical Action

Boric was elected to the Chilean Chamber of Deputies representing the Magallanes Region as an independent leftist candidate. He was the youngest deputy at age 27 and quickly became a leading voice for progressive causes.

ElectionCongressPolitical Career

Impact: nationalconstructive

2021 AD

Elected President of ChilePolitical Action◆ Major

Boric won the 2021 Chilean presidential election runoff against Jos

ElectionPresidencyLeft-Wing Victory

Impact: nationalprogressive

2022 AD

Rejected first constitutional draftPolitical Action◆ Major

In September 2022, Chilean voters overwhelmingly rejected the proposed new constitution drafted by a convention dominated by left-wing forces. The defeat was a major setback for Boric's reform agenda and forced him to moderate his government.

Constitutional ReferendumPolitical DefeatReform

Impact: nationaldestructive