The Prophet and Power Jean-Bertrand Aristide, the International Community, and Haiti
, by Dupuy, Alex; Laraque, FranckNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9780742538313 | 0742538311
- Cover: Paperback
- Copyright: 12/7/2006
This compelling book offers a comprehensive analysis of the struggle for democracy in Haiti, set in the context of the tumultuous rise and fall of Jean-Bertrand Aristide. Swept to power in 1991 as the champion of Haiti's impoverished majority and their demand for a more just, equal, and participatory democratic-society, the charismatic priest-turned-president was overthrown by the military just seven months into his first term. Popular resistance to the junta compelled the United States to lead a multinational force to restore Aristide to power in 1994 to serve out the remainder of his presidency until 1996.