Three Reasons to Be Optimistic About Central American Democracy
Youth movements, women and international cooperation show the way to escape the region’s dire situation.
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.
AQ Podcast: Brazil’s Polarized Presidential Election
An early in-depth look at the 2022 race, with one of Brazil’s leading political analysts.
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.
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?
Mexico’s Opposition Searches for a Winning Message
Traditional parties are in the political wilderness. Could emulating Biden’s 2020 run beat AMLO’s movement?
