After his first election, what did Duvalier's regime quickly become?
Anarchy
Despotic and Autocratic
Democratic
A monarchy
Answer
After his first election, Francois Duvalier's regime quickly became despotic and autocratic. Duvalier, who had been elected president in 1957, quickly established a one-party state and ruled with an iron fist. He used violence and intimidation to silence his opponents and consolidate his power. He also established a secret police force that was responsible for the disappearance and torture of thousands of people.
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