For many Chileans, it is a very sad day, a black day in Chile's history. But at the same time, for a minority of 30 to 40 percent, it is the day of Chile's liberation from Marxism.

I feel that Chile continues to be a safe place for Chileans and foreigners alike.

Most people are frustrated with the omnipotence of Bush's government and the direction of his international policy, above all in Iraq but around the world as well.

Throughout the '80s, these were very violent and very massive protests against the dictatorship.