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Gustavo Gutierrez, Liberation Theology, and Its Connection to Armed Struggles in Latin America
The death of Gustavo Gutierrez, a key figure in liberation theology, marks the end of an era that inspired movements…
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Teacher, Vet, and Lawyer Battle for Uruguay’s Presidential Seat Facing Security Concerns
As Uruguayans head to the polls, a history teacher, a conservative vet, and a bodybuilding lawyer vie for the presidency…
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United Front Needed to Prevent Venezuelan Maduro’s Continued Rule
A coalition of former Latin American and Spanish presidents is urging their governments to form a unified effort to prevent…
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The Embargo on Cuba is a Failed Strategy for Democracy
For over six decades, the U.S. economic embargo on Cuba has failed to restore democracy. Brazil’s stance that the embargo…
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Expanding the Arms Embargo in Haiti is a Double-Edged Sword for Law Abiding Citizens
The U.N.’s recent vote to expand the arms embargo in Haiti aims to curb gang violence but also raises concerns…
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Colombia’s Battle Against Deforestation Stalls Due to Armed Groups
Efforts to combat deforestation in Colombia’s Amazon are faltering, with armed groups like FARC dissidents hampering government initiatives. Colombia’s environmental…
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Bolivia’s Judicial Elections in Peril Amid Legal Disputes
Bolivia's much-anticipated judicial elections, scheduled for December 1, are at risk due to legal challenges from disqualified candidates. Delayed for…
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Fight for Survival as Environmental Defenders Targeted in Colombia
Since 2016, 248 environmental defenders have been murdered in Colombia, with the vast majority being Indigenous, Afro-descendant, and rural community…
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Ecuador’s Noboa Should Focus on Governing, Not Reelection
One year into his term, Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa faces mounting economic and security challenges. Instead of prioritizing reelection in…
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Christopher Columbus Did Bring Enlightenment to the Americas
The arrival of Christopher Columbus in the Americas in 1492 has sparked heated debate across Latin America. While critics point…
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