Brazil’s Handling of COVID-19 Is a Global Emergency
Even with deaths at all-time highs, Bolsonaro continues to undermine efforts to address the pandemic.
Inside Chile’s World-Class Vaccination Campaign
Chile’s success on vaccines started in the pandemic’s early months, says Dr. Izkia Siches, a leader of the country’s strategy.
The Self-Defeating Politics Behind Bolsonaro’s Pro-Gun Agenda
Brazil’s president tries to please his base ahead of the 2022 election – to their likely detriment.
Meet the Candidates: Chile
A leftist former student leader prevailed over a far-right candidate during the December 19 presidential runoff.
Entrevista: Seguindo a pista do dinheiro
Para combater o crime organizado o caminho é a descapitalização.
Bolsonaro Goes All In On Trump. Isolation May Await
Brazil’s government seems ready for a fight, regardless of the economic damage it may cause, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
How Biden Can Change Bolsonaro’s Mind on the Amazon
Biden can learn important lessons from Europe’s failure to coax Brazil into moderating its environmental policies.
Changing Argentina’s Inertia: Is it Possible?
The obstacle, as always, is politics.
Los arriesgados retiros de fondos de pensiones en Chile
Políticos oportunistas se han aprovechado de la angustia en medio de la pandemia.
Chile’s Risky Pension Withdrawals
Political opportunists have taken advantage of the angst amid the pandemic.
The Closing of an Airport as a Symbol of Argentina’s Troubles
Argentina needs more competition and less catering to special interests, two former officials write.
Farewell to an Unassuming Star of Latin America’s Left
The least flashy leader of the 2000s “Pink Tide” was one of its most effective.
The Difficult Search for a “Brazilian Biden”
Bolsonaro looks beatable in 2022 if Brazil’s opposition manages to overcome its internal divisions. Don’t count on it.
Paulo Guedes’ Biggest Dilemma
Brazil’s finance minister must figure out how to balance an expensive emergency aid program, growing market concerns, and his boss: the president.
Why Alberto Fernández Bet Big on Progressive Reforms
The Argentine president’s abortion bill is part of a series of progressive nods to his weary base.