José Arévalo
José Arévalo was a prominent Guatemalan politician and military leader who served as the first democratically elected president of Guatemala from 1945 to 1951. He is remembered for his efforts to implement social reforms and modernize the country, including land reforms and educational initiatives. His presidency marked a significant shift towards democracy in Guatemala, following decades of dictatorship. Arévalo's leadership focused on promoting social justice and national sovereignty, and he is considered a key figure in the history of Central America. He was recently mentioned in the news due to the inauguration of his son, Bernardo Arévalo, as the president of Guatemala.
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Mexico:
José Arévalo was ratified as the head of Transparency at the INE.
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El Salvador:
José Arévalo was the father of Bernardo Arévalo and a former president of Guatemala.
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