The U.S.-backed coup in Chile, 50 years ago today, continues to cast a shadow over the country.

Renowned author Ariel Dorfman served as cultural adviser to socialist President Salvador Allende before his overthrow by General Augusto Pinochet in 1973. He reflects on the anniversary and the role of U.S. officials, including Henry Kissinger, in fomenting the coup.

Full video: https://youtu.be/PsfXRpj_JuQ

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