South America’s Governance Agenda
In June 2011, Ollanta Humala was elected president of Peru after campaigning on a platform of change.
Analysis
Violence & Impunity: Protecting Journalists in Colombia & Mexico
Violence against journalists is fortunately uncommon in many Latin American countries. But in some parts of the region it is of great concern.
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 Political Crisis in Ecuador: A Conversation with José Miguel Insulza
At the Inter-American Dialogue, José Miguel Insulza described the events of September 30, in which Ecuadoran police brought the country to a standstill after they rioted and trapped President Rafael Correa in a Quito hospital for several hours.
The US & Central America’s Northern Tier
Organized crime, rampant corruption, and large scale violence have gravely stunted Central America’s economic and social development.
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.
A Very Full Year of Elections
In the year-long period from November 2013 to November 2014, presidential elections will occur in nine Latin American countries.
Democracy & the Rule of Law in Ecuador
Although originally elected democratically, Ecuadorian president Rafael Correa has used authoritarian tactics to maintain power.
Will the PRI Return to Mexico’s Presidency?
Does the Michoacán election portend a return of the PRI to the presidency next year?
The Outlook for Panama’s New President
Varela confronts a complicated political landscape dominated by his predecessor, whose party maintains a majority in Congress.
Will Venezuela’s Protests Spin Out of Control?
Deadly protests, the largest since President Nicolás Maduro’s election last year, have wracked Venezuela in recent weeks.
Is Chavismo Coming to an End?
Might Maduro be forced out of office before his term is scheduled to expire in 2019?
What’s Next for Chile?
The mobilization of 70,000 students in the streets of Chile is more than just a protest for free higher education.
Does El Salvador’s Judicial Crisis Bode Ill for Democracy?
A dispute between El Salvador’s legislative and judicial branches escalated to a constitutional crisis this month. What is behind the conflict?
Cuba’s Political Puzzle
This month the two most important political events occurred in Cuba since Raúl Castro became president four years ago – the announcement of plans to release 52 political prisoners and Fidel Castro’s first major public address since he fell ill in late 2006.