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Welcome Remarks: 10th Linowitz Forum Gala
Michael Shifter, president of the Dialogue, gives welcome remarks are the 10th Sol M. Linowitz Forum Gala.
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Countering Criminal Violence in Central America
Violent crime in Central America, particularly in the “northern triangle,” is reaching breathtaking levels.
Shifter: “Es llamativo que, después de todo, el oficialismo logre el 40% de los votos”
Michael Shifter es entrevistado por La Tercera sobre las elecciones en Ecuador: “Si Moreno no gana en primera vuelta, obviamente el correísmo habrá perdido fuerza. Lenín Moreno no es Correa”.
Economia explica recuo da esquerda latino-americana, diz Michael Shifter
Segundo Shifter, a transição ideológica acontece porque os cidadãos de América Latina estão buscando soluções pragmáticas para seus problemas, especialmente os econômicos.
La región celebra la paz en Colombia
Este acuerdo de paz fue el resultado de cuatro años de negociaciones en La Habana, que tuvieron tensiones y contratiempos. Gran parte del mérito corresponde al gobierno de Santos, que impulsó los diálogos e invirtió todo su capital político en esta iniciativa.
The Diplomatic War to Topple Maduro
In the corridors of the Organization of American States, a battle is being waged to “save” Venezuelan democracy. But the institution itself could be at risk.
“La OEA no va a invocar la Carta Democrática”
Michael Shifter no cree que los gobiernos que integran la OEA vayan a aceptar invocar la Carta Democrática –como lo ha insinuado el secretario general del organismo, Luis Almagro– contra Venezuela, porque temen que activar este mecanismo pueda afectarlos a ellos mismos en un futuro.
Nicaragua Is Turning Into a Real-Life ‘House of Cards’
Strongman Daniel Ortega is running for a third term (with his wife as VP) and cravenly removing all checks on his power. Sound familiar?
South America’s Governance Agenda
In June 2011, Ollanta Humala was elected president of Peru after campaigning on a platform of change.
Insulza & the OAS: Moment of Truth
Insulza appears to be headed for reelection as Secretary General of the OAS. The Chilean diplomat is gathering support throughout the hemisphere. The US and Venezuela are among the holdouts.
Trump vs. Clinton: Moment of Truth
Without question, what is at stake in this election are two entirely different ways of understanding the United States and its role in the world. On Tuesday the voters will have their final say –and the time to govern will begin. Whoever wins, the polarization, rancor and malaise that this election brought to the fore will permeate US politics for years to come.
So Long, Chávez
Two decades ago, the US and Latin America seemed poised to forge new political and economic partnerships. Since Chávez, the sense of community has dissipated.
The United States’ Time in Afghanistan is Over
The US has entered the second decade of the longest war in its history. The nation is weary and, polls show, eager to bring the troops home.
Colombia celebrates peace, and deserves it
The agreement signed yesterday by the government and the FARC is one of the few pieces of good news in a tumultuous world. It is a historic achievement for Colombia, one that should be celebrated and recognized for putting to end to an armed conflict that has plagued the country for more than half a century.
Can Santos Make Peace in Colombia?
Colombians savored a few moments of civility when they reelected President Juan Manuel Santos to a second four-year term.