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El superciclo electoral de América Latina dependerá de un factor clave
Las necesidades fundamentales de los votantes, más que preocupaciones sobre la democracia, determinarán los resultados del gran año electoral de la región.
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Meet the Candidates: Mexico
Mexico will hold the largest election in its history on June 2.
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Meet the Candidates: Venezuela
Even with a unified candidate to oppose Maduro, Venezuela’s presidential election is still an open question.
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Meet the Candidates: Dominican Republic
Incumbent Luis Abinader leads in the polls ahead of the Dominican Republic’s 2024 elections on May 19.
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Meet the Candidates: Uruguay
Uruguay’s 2024 general elections will take place on October 27.
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Meet the Candidates: Panama
Panama’s 2024 elections, shaped by last year’s protests, will take place on May 5.
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What Panama’s Mining Showdown Means for Its Presidential Race
A Supreme Court ruling has crucial implications for the May 2024 election and the five leading candidates.
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Panama’s Protests Are About More Than a Mine
A mining dispute has tapped into greater frustration over corruption and environmental policy.
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AMLO’s Big Fiscal Push Could Help Morena
A 25% increase in social program spending during the 2024 electoral year raises eyebrows in Mexico.