Challenging Correa’s Citizens’ Revolution
Ecuadordan President Rafael Correa battles an increasingly dissatisfied citizenry as he implements fiscal reforms to counter dropping oil prices.
Analysis
Twelve Myths In The Fight Against Drug-Trafficking
The intricacy to understand public information related to the fight against drug-trafficking, has resulted in the emergence of a series of myths and fallacies surrounding the violence derived from the so-called “war against drugs.”
The Crucial Independence of Supervisory Bodies
One of the most complex challenges in political financing regulation is to ensure the effective application of controls.
Cuba and the US
American and Cuban leaders today are trying to bring a relationship once defined by antithetical ideologies into the 21st century.
Transforming US-Latin American Relations
Latin America, inter-American affairs, and the region’s global relations have changed dramatically since the end of the Cold War.
Growing Pains: Urbanization & Governance in Peru
Peru’s growing urban middle class is one of the country’s greatest assets, but it also brings political and governance challenges.
By Escalating Tensions with Mexico, Donald Trump is Playing with Fire
US-Mexico relations are in a perilous downward spiral — one that threatens American jobs and security to an extent Trump may not even realize.
Latin America: Democracy Threatened
The validity and legitimacy of democracy in Latin America is now a hot topic, agitated by factors such as the coup in Honduras or populist who asserted in electoral majorities try to run freedoms.
Venezuela’s Meltdown Continues
Venezuela faces an economic and humanitarian disaster, and the situation is only getting worse
Colombia’s Last Chance for Peace
Will the government’s new agreement to deescalate bring renewed faith — or just more skepticism?
Santos Must Face Down Uribe
Uribe, a key figure in Colombian politics, continues to influence people’s perceptions on the peace process.
US support will help Colombia keep its footing on path to peace
Bitter, complex and seemingly hopeless wars are all-too-common today. Negotiated resolutions are not.
Venezuela’s Questionable Election Observers
Without credible observers, Venezuela’s December 6th elections will be another step towards disaster.
How Much Worse Can Venezuela Get?
The country’s problems are profound and complex, with no easy answers in sight.
Crisis in Venezuela
There is little doubt that Venezuela’s crises have multiplied and become more serious since Chavez’s death nearly two years ago.