The National Congress of Chile convened to address escalating tensions surrounding President Salvador Allende's administration, which was marked by significant instability and public dissent. Rising inflation, economic hardships, and polarization between social factions had created an environment ripe for political upheaval. Congress, dominated by opposition parties, articulated their grievances through a resolution that called for Allende to resign or face removal through force if necessary. This vote indicated a landmark moment in Chilean politics, representing a shift towards militaristic measures over democratic processes. The resolution highlighted the depth of opposition against Allende's revolutionary agenda and socialist policies, which had been increasingly criticized by various sectors of society, including the military, business leaders, and even some segments of Allende's own political coalition.

In the weeks following the Congress's vote, tensions would escalate further, culminating in a military coup led by General Augusto Pinochet on September 11. This marked a shift from an attempt to unseat Allende through political means to overt military intervention, fundamentally altering the course of Chilean history. The Congress's resolution served as a prelude to this violent transition and underscored the extent of dissent against Allende’s vision for Chile. It revealed divisions within Chilean society and the urgency of opposition parties as they sought to reclaim power amid a crumbling economy and growing protests.

This refusal to accept Allende’s presidency significantly contributed to the militarization of political discourse in Chile, paving the way for authoritarian rule that would last for nearly two decades. This period saw systematic human rights violations and the erasure of civil liberties under the Pinochet regime, establishing a legacy of trauma and resistance that resonates in contemporary Chilean politics.