The Black Salt

Incoming Editorial·Reviewed May 21, 2026

The salt deserts of the Argentine Andes are being disrupted by profound changes that impact the environment, entire communities, and individual lives. As corporations extract lithium from the soil, two young political leaders, activist Vanesa and miner Elbio, run for president in their respective indigenous communities. In Buenos Aires, teenager Milagros protests outside the parliament as it holds uncertain national elections.