Democracy & Elections
What a Year of Referendums Says About Latin American Politics
From Peru to Mexico, leaders tasked citizens with making big decisions.
Everything You Need to Know About Brazil’s New Government
Jair Bolsonaro became Brazil’s president on Jan. 1, 2019. Here, Americas Quarterly analyzes several aspects of his government – 10 key figures (including former Judge Sérgio Moro and Bolsonaro’s three sons), the main opposition leaders, and his top policy priorities (reducing crime, overhauling education, and more). 10 Key Figures | The Opposition | Policy Priorities … Read more
Jair Bolsonaro’s Guru
Olavo de Carvalho might be the most important voice in Brazil’s incoming government. And he doesn’t even live there.
50 Years Ago, Brazil Virtually Legalized Torture and Censorship
On Dec. 13, 1968, Brazil’s last military dictatorship sharply curtailed dissent. A special edition of “The Long View,” AQ’s recurring feature on Latin American history.
AMLO Update: First Week Damage Control
Finally in office, Mexico’s president tries to limit ripple effects from his October airport decision.
For Mexico’s New President, Power Comes With Symbolic Change
Why Andrés Manuel López Obrador turned the presidential palace into the people’s house.
Podcast: #PetroCaribeChallenge, Haiti’s Anti-Corruption Movement
Jacqueline Charles discusses how an anti-corruption movement emerged in Haiti after revelations of embezzlement, and what that means for President Jovenel Moïse.
What Options Are Left in Venezuela?
Despite sanctions and international pressure, Venezuela’s crisis shows no sign of abating. Here are three ways things might change.
Podcast: Luis Rubio on AMLO’s Hope to Take Mexico Back to the 1960s
On this episode of “Deep South,” Luis Rubio, chairman of the Mexican Council on Foreign Relations, discusses AMLO’s nostalgic view of presidential power and why a return to Mexico of the 1960s seems unlikely.
Fujimorismo’s Sudden Collapse Shakes Peru’s Politics
The consequences of the Fujimori family’s rapid decline have yet to be fully felt.
Could This Argentine TV Host Be Latin America’s Next ‘Outsider’ President?
A year out from Argentina’s election, a familiar face is testing political waters.
For Latin America’s Evangelicals, Bolsonaro Is Just the Start
Brazil shows the playbook for a long-term base for rightist politicians in Latin America.
Will El Salvador’s Nayib Bukele Be the Next Social Media President?
The frontrunner’s direct connection with supporters is upending party politics.
