For Latin America, Will Booming Lithium Bring Competition—or Collaboration?
Increasing global demand for the mineral could benefit countries with the world’s largest reserves.
REACTION: A Third Term for Brazil’s Lula
A stunning turnaround for the leader comes just days short of the third anniversary of his leaving jail—and marks the first time an incumbent loses reelection in Brazil.
What If Jair Bolsonaro Wins?
Once deemed unlikely, reelection would allow Brazil’s president to double down on his cultural agenda and bring an uncertain outlook for foreign policy and the economy.
Rodrigo Chaves Brings Confrontational Leadership to Costa Rica
Clashes with the legislature and the press and high inflation haven’t hurt Chaves’s high approval, but will it last?
AMLO’s Expansion of the Military Undermines Mexico’s Civilian Tradition
As Mexico’s president gives the military more and more roles, public opinion seems worryingly supportive.
The Rise of Congress Will Have Consequences for Brazil’s Victor
New powers for Congress mean increased checks on the executive, regardless of whether Lula or Bolsonaro wins on October 30.
The Destruction of Venezuela’s Amazon Is Going Virtually Unnoticed
New reports highlight the scope of the crisis, but the international community has yet to respond.
The Modernization of the IDB Should Proceed
The change of leadership at the Inter-American Development Bank should not delay implementation of a sorely needed reform agenda.
Gabriel Boric Once Criticized Her. Now, She Must Turn Around His Administration.
Veteran politician Carolina Tohá, Chile’s new interior minister, faces rising crime and a government in some distress.
Letter to the Editor: Spotlighting Paraguay’s Opposition
A response from AQ’s readers
Paraguay Is Poised for a Turbulent Election Season
Corruption allegations and infighting in the dominant party point to an especially fraught road to the 2023 elections.
Lima’s New Mayor Resembles a Peruvian Bolsonaro
Rafael López Aliaga’s win reveals a trio of challenges for Peruvian democracy.
What a Comedian’s Poll Performance Says About Mexican Politics
He isn’t running, but Eugenio Derbez’s popularity shows voters want more options than they currently have.
REACTION: Brazil Heads to Runoff Election
The first-round vote ended with a margin much slimmer than expected between the main candidates, President Jair Bolsonaro and former President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
A Clash Over a Census Reflects a Bolivia in Flux
As Bolivia’s political and economic capitals face off again, eastward migration is changing the country’s politics.
