Juan José Arévalo
Juan José Arévalo was a Guatemalan politician, educator, and writer who served as the first democratically elected president of Guatemala from 1945 to 1951. Known for his progressive policies, Arévalo aimed to modernize the country through social reforms and promote education and labor rights. His presidency marked a significant shift towards democracy and social justice in Guatemala, laying the foundation for future political developments. He is also the father of Bernardo Arévalo de León, the current president of Guatemala.
Born on Sep 10, 1904 (121 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
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| Guatemala | 1 | 6.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 17,915,568 | 16,558 | $82,000 | 76$ |
| Totals | 1 | 17,915,568 | 16,558 | $82,000 | 76$ |
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Guatemala:
Juan José Arévalo returned to Guatemala to participate in politics as a presidential candidate.
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Guatemala:
He was elected in 1945 following the revolutionary changes initiated in 1944.
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Guatemala:
Juan José Arévalo requested a report from the World Bank that was later received by Jacobo Árbenz.
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Costa Rica:
He became the president of Guatemala after the fall of Jorge Ubico.
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Guatemala:
Juan José Arévalo changed the name of military parades to caravans.
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Guatemala:
Juan José Arévalo was the predecessor of Jacobo Árbenz as president of Guatemala.
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Guatemala:
Juan José Arévalo was the president during the revolutionary government from 1945 to 1951.
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Dominican Republic:
He became the president of Guatemala after the fall of Jorge Ubico.
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Guatemala:
Juan José Arévalo is referenced as the father of the current president, with whom some voters compare Bernardo Arévalo's government.
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Guatemala:
Juan José Arévalo prioritized education in Guatemala during his presidency.
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