Nationalism was a prominent political movement in Latin America after World War 2. It sought to liberate the countries of Latin America from foreign domination and unite them into independent nations. Nationalist leaders such as Juan Perón in Argentina and Getúlio Vargas in Brazil promoted policies of economic self-sufficiency and social reform.
Populism
Populism was another influential political movement in Latin America after World War 2. It emphasized the importance of the common people and sought to improve their living conditions. Populist leaders like Jorge Gaitán in Colombia and Víctor Paz Estenssoro in Bolivia implemented programs of land reform and social welfare.
Communism
Communism also gained ground in Latin America after World War 2. It appealed to many Latin Americans who were dissatisfied with the existing social and economic order. Communist parties were formed in many countries, and some of them even came to power, such as in Cuba and Chile.
Social democracy
Social democracy was a moderate left-wing political movement that sought to achieve social and economic change through democratic means. Social democratic parties were formed in many countries of Latin America, and some of them even came to power, such as in Chile and Uruguay.
Neoliberalism
Neoliberalism was a political movement that emerged in Latin America in the 1970s. It emphasized the importance of free markets and private enterprise. Neoliberal policies were implemented in many Latin American countries, often with disastrous consequences for the poor.