Weekly Roundup from Across the Americas
From Americas Society/Council of the Americas. AS/COA Online’s news brief examines the major—as well as some of the overlooked—events and stories occurring across the Americas. Check back every Wednesday for the weekly roundup. Sign up to receive the Weekly Roundup via email. Petro Wins Mayoralty of Bogota on Anti-Corruption Platform Gustavo Petro, a former presidential … Read more
Impact Investing: Profit Meets Purpose
Articles: Hype or Promise by Antony Bugg-Levine and Jed Emerson Pairing philanthropy and profit takes work—and smart regulation. (video interview available) Full text available. Do Chinese Mining Companies Exploit More? by Barbara Kotschwar, Theodore Moran and Julia Muir Assessing their record on labor rights and the environment. (video available) Full text available. The Brazil–Africa Narco … Read more
Weekly Roundup from Across the Americas
From Americas Society/Council of the Americas. AS/COA Online’s news brief examines the major—as well as some of the overlooked—events and stories occurring across the Americas. Check back every Wednesday for the weekly roundup. Sign up to receive the Weekly Roundup via email. Floods Hit Central America Rainfall of as much as 47 inches fell in … Read more
Social Media’s Role in U.S. Policy Toward Latin America
The White House on September 27 announced the nomination of Acting Assistant Secretary of State Roberta Jacobson. This is good news for the U.S. and the region; she is precisely the right person for the job. Her confirmation hearing is not yet scheduled, though she is not expected to face major difficulties (unlike several other … Read more
Weekly Roundup from Across the Americas
From Americas Society/Council of the Americas. AS/COA Online’s news brief examines the major—as well as some of the overlooked—events and stories occurring across the Americas. Check back every Wednesday for the weekly roundup. Sign up to receive the Weekly Roundup via email. Second Guessing Zetas’ Ties with Iranian Terrorism Concerns about the potential connection between … Read more
Weekly Roundup from Across the Americas
From Americas Society/Council of the Americas. AS/COA Online’s news brief examines the major—as well as some of the overlooked—events and stories occurring across the Americas. Check back every Wednesday for the weekly roundup. Sign up to receive the Weekly Roundup via email. Dilma First Woman Ever to Open UNGA Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff became the … Read more
Weekly Roundup from Across the Americas
From Americas Society/Council of the Americas. AS/COA Online’s news brief examines the major—as well as some of the overlooked—events and stories occurring across the Americas. Check back every Wednesday for the weekly roundup. Sign up to receive the Weekly Roundup via email. Guatemala Heads to Runoff after Ex-General Wins First Round Otto Pérez Molina won … Read more
9/11: Also a Call for U.S. Leadership on the Inter-American Democratic Charter
September 11, 2001, is remembered as the day the United States received a dramatic call to lead the world in defeating terrorism. It is also the day the U.S., along with 33 nations of the Americas, signed the Inter-American Democratic Charter (IADC) committing to the collective promotion and protection of democracy. Through ten years of … Read more
Weekly Roundup from Across the Americas
From Americas Society/Council of the Americas. AS/COA Online’s news brief examines the major—as well as some of the overlooked—events and stories occurring across the Americas. Check back every Wednesday for the weekly roundup. Sign up to receive the Weekly Roundup via email. Mexico Mourns, Makes Arrests after Casino Royale Tragedy Police in Mexico arrested five … Read more
Weekly Roundup from Across the Americas
Obama Administration to Halt 300,000 Deportations U.S. Department of Homeland Security head Janet Napolitano revealed August 18 that the United States will review 300,000 pending deportation cases for people living in the country for several years who have not committed serious crimes. The Houston Chronicle reports that Napolitano submitted a letter to 22 senators saying … Read more
DC Water Cooler: Vacant Slots at State Reflect Policy Shortcomings
The tweeting Georgetown academic, former Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Arturo Valenzuela, announced his departure in early May. Four months later, the United States still does not have a nominee. Of course, several well-qualified people have been bandied about as Valenzuela’s possible replacement. Here’s a brief rundown of who’s been mentioned: First, … Read more
Reliving Good Ol’ Days
Remember the song from the night you met your spouse, or the hit that reminds you of college? You’re not alone. Uruguayan radio DJ Pablo Lecueder, 53, believes music has unrivaled power to conjure up the most important experiences in our lives. “To remember is beautiful,” says Lecueder, who directs Montevideo-based radio station Océano FM, … Read more
GOOOOOOL…for Development
Five years ago, Lina, a teenager living in one of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Cali, Colombia, was unemployed and unmotivated, idling away her time at home. Today, at 22, Lina is assistant to the manager of a local apparel company, earning a steady income with social security and pension benefits. She is also planning … Read more
It’s Not Your Grandfather’s Hemisphere
The United States has never experienced a more auspicious moment to advance its fundamental national interests in the Americas. Today, most nations of the hemisphere are building on democratic success, economic growth, expanding capacity, and regional integration to overcome past inequities and to drive major internal transformation. At the same time, they are confronting powerful … Read more
Weekly Roundup from Across the Americas
Cubans Prepare for Home Sales The Cuban government has yet to finalize the rules, but Cubans are preparing for the soon-to-come day when they can buy and sell homes for the first time since the 1960s. Some Cubans imagine legal home sales as an economic boon and an opportunity to skirt the state bureaucracy’s control … Read more
