Regardless of whether they thought it was a systematic plan to repress opponents or a fight against terrorism, people described the period with sentiments such as pain, fear, and condemnation. After that initial pause most replied that “That will not happen.” It was transversal to all groups of participants. Almost half said their knowledge of what happened during the dictatorship comes from school or university. In addition, women tend to be a majority amongst those who consider the dictatorship carried out a systematic plan of human rights violations. While only 30% said they have a relative or friend who was a victim of the dictatorship, that segment appeared to be the one showing strongest feelings of rejection against the regime.

Source: Bueno Aires Herald March 18, 2026 22:04 UTC