Milei Surges in Patagonia as Locals Sour on Kirchner Dynasty Amid Argentina's Economic Crisis
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The Kirchner political dynasty that has ruled Argentina's Patagonian south for decades is fading as libertarian Javier Milei rises.
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Milei won the most votes in Santa Cruz primary, fed by anger at economic crisis where poverty has doubled to 40%.
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In remote El Calafate, Milei won 29% support, ahead of Peronists and conservatives, with locals tired of malaise.
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Cristina Kirchner is stepping away from frontline politics for the first time in decades as Peronists shift.
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Locals in Santa Cruz say their livelihoods have been devastated by years of economic troubles, fueling support for radical change under Milei.
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