REACTION: Yamandú Orsi Wins Uruguay’s Presidency
The center-left candidate defeated his center-right rival in the November 24 runoff.
REACTION: Orsi and Delgado Head to Uruguay’s Presidential Runoff
The center-left and center-right candidates will face off in the November 24 vote.
Imagining a Centrist Revival in Latin America
Overcoming today’s extreme polarization is no easy task. But a more results-focused politics is necessary, the authors argue.
REACTION: Venezuela’s Hope for Democracy Fades With González in Exile
Maduro will try to turn González’s departure into a new victory for his dictatorship, testing the opposition and the international community alike.
REACCIÓN: Maduro declarado vencedor de las disputadas elecciones en Venezuela
Las autoridades electorales, controladas por el gobierno, afirman que Maduro ganó, mientras que la oposición rechaza el recuento oficial.
REACTION: Maduro Declared Winner of Venezuela’s Disputed Election
Government-controlled electoral authorities claim Maduro won, while the opposition rejected the official count.
Las elecciones en Venezuela enfrentan obstáculos aparentemente insuperables
El régimen de Maduro está obstaculizando la observación internacional y el derecho al voto, complicando un panorama electoral ya de por sí incierto.
Venezuela’s Election Faces Seemingly Insurmountable Obstacles
Maduro’s regime is impeding international observation and the right to vote, complicating an already uncertain electoral landscape.
Political Guarantees for All Are Crucial to Venezuela’s Election
A negotiated settlement between Chavismo and the opposition is the key to a successful election and democratic transition.
AQ Podcast: Is Bolsonaro Done? New Dynamics in Brasília
A political columnist on what the future holds for the Brazilian right-wing movement, and what this means for Lula
A Crucial Trial For Brazil’s Right—and Democracy
The electoral court may strip former President Jair Bolsonaro of political rights for eight years.
Argentina’s Election and its “Barrani” Moment
The rise of an alt-right libertarian movement led by Javier Milei points to more than just the failure of politics as usual.
AMLO’s Forever Agenda
Mexico’s president is already trying to influence the next administration’s policies. He may well succeed.
Paraguay: Santiago Peña to Run a Still-Divided Country
The victor will face challenges including ruling party divisions and a debate over relations with Taiwan.
Zury Ríos Campaigns to Lead Guatemala’s Faltering Democracy
A controversial past weighs heavily on the conservative’s presidential bid.
