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Can Venezuela’s Elections be Clean & Fair?
The question of transparency and fairness will be paramount for both the political stability of Venezuela and the rest of Latin America and the Caribbean.
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The healthy roots of corruption anger in Latin America
The emergence of this new normative edifice in favor of transparency and accountability is one of the most important, yet unsung, stories of the consolidation of democracy in Latin America.
Central America’s Great Crisis
Central America is not moving forward; rather, it has regressed. The region is experiencing one of the most severe crises in its history.
Nicaragua’s Economic & Political Outlook
In the midst of upcoming elections, Nicaragua is experiencing dynamic changes both politically and economically.
A Consensus for Peace
Colombia is lacking a national consensus for peace. Washington can help.
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A Conversation with Clara López, Minister of Labor of Colombia
A discussion of the peace process in Colombia and its implications for labor policy
Corruption, Violence & Reform: Honduras’ Struggle for Democratic Governance
Honduras’ corruption, security, and political challenges are substantial—and no simple solution will solve all of them.
The US-Cuba Thaw and Hemispheric Relations
The removal of the failed policy of isolating Cuba is a major step forward.
Peruvian Elections Briefing
Everything you need to know about Peru’s presidential elections.
Can Peace Break Out in Colombia?
The tentative, but historic, peace deal between the government and the FARC may not be popular. But it still might work.
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Political Outlook & Reform in Guatemala
Reforms are deeply necessary in Guatemala but the path forward is neither easy nor simple.
The Cost of Democracy: Essays on Political Finance in Latin America
An exploration of campaign finance across the Americas, with key lessons from regulation and clear recommendations for reform.
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Congressional Testimony: The Roots of Central America’s Exodus
CONGRESSIONAL TESTIMONY AS SUBMITTED FOR RECORD AND DELIVERED BEFORE A FULL COMMITTEE HEARING OF THE US SENATE COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY AND GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS. Over the past five years, slightly over 100,000 unaccompanied migrant children from Guatemala, Honduras and El Salvador have been apprehended at the US southern border. They are but…
CMWG: A Conversation with El Salvador’s Foreign Minister
The outlook for the Northern Triangle is one of both optimism and apprehension.
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Venezuela: Is There Light at the End of the Tunnel?
A conversation with Luis Vicente León