Venezuela’s Crisis Is Polarizing Latin America’s Politics
Renewed migration from the South American country will supercharge the issue in domestic politics throughout the hemisphere. The region’s leaders can still contain the damage.
Claudia Sheinbaum: A “Techno-Populist” In Waiting?
Mexico’s next president will aim for a more pragmatic relationship with the private sector amid mounting fiscal pressure.
A Consensus-Seeker at the IDB
Ilan Goldfajn is trying to navigate Latin America’s deep polarization, while also pushing a “change of culture” at the region’s multilateral lender.
Mexico-U.S. Relations Will Test Sheinbaum From the Start
Recent approval of the judicial reform adds noise and uncertainty to bilateral ties.
Another Crisis in Brazil’s Amazon: Rising Crime
It’s not just the environment that’s vulnerable to growing regional criminal groups, an expert writes.
A Hegemonic State Takes Shape in Venezuela
The consolidation of a totalitarian regime poses a dilemma to the opposition: continue the electoral strategy or find an elusive new approach.
Gabriel Boric’s Unlikely Legacy
Chile’s president is steering the country back to its tradition of moderate politics.
Bolivia Is a Warning for Mexico’s Judicial Reform
Electing judges has undermined Bolivia’s justice system’s legitimacy and independence—and weakened the country’s rule of law.
Imagining a Centrist Revival in Latin America
Overcoming today’s extreme polarization is no easy task. But a more results-focused politics is necessary, the authors argue.
REACTION: Venezuela’s Hope for Democracy Fades With González in Exile
Maduro will try to turn González’s departure into a new victory for his dictatorship, testing the opposition and the international community alike.
Bolivia’s Economy on the Brink
The country is at risk of a currency crisis as the government keeps a fixed exchange rate with no international reserves to support it.
The UN’s Role in Addressing Venezuela’s Crisis
The multinational organization can take tangible steps in the wake of July’s election.
Donald Trump and the Return of the Monroe Doctrine
Another Trump term would bring increased scrutiny of Latin America’s ties with China, and uncertainty elsewhere.
Brazil’s Most Powerful Judge Is in the Spotlight—Again
An escalating clash with Elon Musk and damaging revelations in the press are intensifying a long-running debate about whether Alexandre de Moraes is too powerful.
Morena’s Unchecked Power Will Test Mexico’s Institutions
The party is in position to pass reforms with far-reaching consequences for Mexico’s politics and economy.
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