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Book Review: Mario Vargas Llosa Takes On a Coup in Guatemala

The Peruvian novelist brings Central America’s bloody Cold War past to life – with a surprising political angle.

Is Gustavo Petro Leaving Behind Colombian Progressives?

The left-wing candidate for Colombia’s presidency is building new alliances, and straining old ones.

All Eyes on Brazil’s Military as Election Approaches

Amid fears Bolsonaro may try to prevent a peaceful transition, generals emerge as key power brokers.

What I Know About Gabriel Boric

Chile’s next president represents something new in Latin America, a true generational shift. Whether he’ll succeed is another question, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.

In Argentina, Some See a Détente Among Leaders

Tensions appear to have eased among Argentina’s president and vice president. What does it mean for upcoming IMF negotiations?

From Bad to Worse: Nayib Bukele’s Split with Washington

El Salvador’s leader seems to be doubling down on his confrontation with Biden, although he faces numerous challenges ahead.

Gabriel Boric and the New Left’s Old Problem

The Chilean candidate represents a class of Latin American politicians who appear more revolutionary than they really are.

Pedro Castillo Isn’t Out of Danger

Peru’s president survived Congress’s attempt to impeach him, but only for now.

How Biden’s “Democracy Summit” Might Actually Benefit the Americas

Debates should focus on home-grown threats to democracy such as inequality, fake news and the militarization of politics – rather than outside challenges.

Claudia Sheinbaum: Technocrat or True Believer?

Mexico City’s mayor is an early favorite to succeed AMLO as president. An extended fight over energy reform sheds light on how she’d govern.

Xiomara Castro’s Historic Win: What Happens Next?

After her apparent landslide victory, five questions could shape her government.

REACTION: Chile Sends Kast and Boric to Runoff

Experts break down the winners and losers of the first round election.

View of a polling station in the 2021 Chilean elections

Kast and Boric: Explaining the Chilean Paradox

Chile’s presidential runoff will now be a race to the middle, as most voters want change but not radicalism. Can either candidate deliver?

Bolsonaro’s Credibility on the Amazon Is Gone

Reports that Brazil’s government suppressed unflattering deforestation data will permanently change its relationships abroad, writes AQ’s editor in chief.