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(Three-Time Panamanian President) Arnulfo Arias Madrid, a renowned Panamanian politician, medical doctor, and writer, held the presidency of Panama three times in 1940-1941, 1949-1951, and briefly in October 1968. He consistently fought against the military's increasing control in Panamanian politics and strived to reduce their authority. Despite his electoral victories, he was ousted from the presidency in three military coups due to opposition from the military.