1988 Chilean Presidential Election

5 October 1988 · The dictatorship

No won with 55.99% against Yes on 44.01%.

A plebiscite held under the constitution the military government had written, offering one name and a yes or no answer. The No won with 56% and the regime accepted the result.

President before

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Elected President

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Winning share

56.0%

Turnout

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The result

Yes
3.119.110 votes
44.01%
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No
3.967.579 votes
55.99%
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