What was Duvalier's political platform for his first election?
Populist and black nationalist
Communist
Capitalist
Pacifist
Answer
François Duvalier's political platform for his first election was populist and black nationalist. He promised to improve the lives of the poor and to give blacks a greater role in Haitian society. His message resonated with many Haitians, and he was elected president in 1957.
Dictating History: Unraveling François Duvalier's Rule in Haiti
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