In its last two lines, Argentina’s National Anthem sings “coronados de gloria vivamos, o juremos con gloria morir” (Let us live crowned in glory, or swear to die with glory). And as of late, locals have seemed to take the task of achieving “glory” as a mandate. Over the past year, either Argentine individuals or national representatives have won prizes in multiple realms. Grimson insists that this idea is key to understanding how Argentines achieve greatness in the middle of an economic crisis. According to surveys done by Voices Consultancy, even an efficient monthly purchase at the shop can sometimes feel like an odyssey.

Source: Bueno Aires Herald September 16, 2023 20:33 UTC