What accusations were commonly targeted at Duvalier's presidency?
He was too gentle
He was a puppet
His regime was autocratic and despotic
He stole a lot of money
Answer
Duvalier's regime was autocratic and despotic. He ruled the country with an iron fist, suppressing all opposition and dissent. He also created a secret police force, the Tonton Macoute, to terrorize his opponents. Duvalier's rule was characterized by widespread corruption, human rights abuses, and economic stagnation.
Dictating History: Unraveling François Duvalier's Rule in Haiti
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