The No-Nonsense Mayor Leading Chile’s Right
Evelyn Matthei’s popularity may reflect a shift to a more moderate politics following the polarization of recent years.
Argentina Could Really Use a Win
Politics and soccer mix everywhere, but this year it’s not just the government hoping for a championship to lighten the national mood.
Brazil’s Post-Bolsonaro “Normality Dividend”
Investments could flood back into Brazil if Lula gets the policy mix right. That’s still an “if,” writes AQ’s editor in chief.
100 Days of Sergio Massa’s Balancing Act
Argentina’s economy minister has prevented wholesale collapse. Is that enough to claim victory?
AQ Podcast | Argentina: Trying to Avoid Another 2001
Benjamin Gedan on the crisis brewing in the South American country.
Chile’s Pension Reform May Decide Boric’s Fate
The proposed reform has kept a private component that was initially shunned by the president.
AQ Podcast: Lula’s Plans for a Divided Brazil
A well-connected political journalist on what’s ahead for the incoming government
How the U.S. Can Use Trade to Fight Deforestation in Brazil
Without waiting for international partners to follow suit, the U.S. can deploy influential policy tools to tackle deforestation-linked trade.
The Magic Numbers Lula Will Need to Govern
Congressional support will be President-elect Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s first challenge.
REACTION: A Third Term for Brazil’s Lula
A stunning turnaround for the leader comes just days short of the third anniversary of his leaving jail—and marks the first time an incumbent loses reelection in Brazil.
What If Jair Bolsonaro Wins?
Once deemed unlikely, reelection would allow Brazil’s president to double down on his cultural agenda and bring an uncertain outlook for foreign policy and the economy.
Graphic: Chile’s Young Politicians
AQ looks at indicators measuring youth participation in politics—and profiles leading politicians age 40 and under.
Ricardo Lagos on Latin America’s Changing of the Guard
The former Chilean president on the promise of a new generation of leaders—and what they still need to learn.
Is Alejandro Zambra a Genius—Or a Gimmick Artist?
A new translation of the Chilean writer’s debut novel raises the question: Does he live up to the hype?
The Unfinished Business of Brazil’s “New Middle Class”
In a new film, a family runs out of money to build a swimming pool—revealing personal tensions and a society plagued by broken promises.
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