Marc Louis Bazin Acting President and Prime Minister of Haiti (1992–1993) Date of Birth: 06.02.1932 Country: Haiti

1. Early Life and Career
2. Post-Duvalier Era
3. Interim President and Prime Minister (1992-1993)
4. U.S. Support and Aristide's Return
5. Later Political Involvement

Early Life and Career

Born during the dictatorship of Jean-Claude Duvalier, Marc Bazin emerged as a prominent figure in Haitian politics in the 1980s. In 1982, he was appointed Minister of Finance and Economy, but his integrity and unwillingness to tolerate corruption led to his dismissal by the dictator.

Post-Duvalier Era

With the fall of the Duvalier regime in 1986, Bazin became a potential candidate for the presidency. In the December 1990 presidential elections, he garnered 14% of the vote, trailing behind Jean-Bertrand Aristide.

Interim President and Prime Minister (1992-1993)

Following Aristide's overthrow in September 1991, Bazin was elected President of the Movement for the Restoration of Democracy in Haiti. In September 1991, the military seized power and appointed Bazin as interim President and Prime Minister, a position he held until 1993.

U.S. Support and Aristide's Return

Bazin's interim presidency enjoyed the support of U.S. President George H.W. Bush. However, with Aristide's return to power in 2001, Bazin was appointed Minister of Planning in his government.

Later Political Involvement

Bazin ran in the 2006 presidential elections, but received only 0.68% of the vote. Despite his limited electoral success, he continued to participate in Haitian politics, advocating for democracy and economic development.