Democracy
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ANALYSIS
Colombia’s Questionable Consultation Is a Detour from Democracy
President Gustavo Petro's idea of using a public vote and not going through Congress has caused worry in Colombia. Those…
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Nicaragua's Constitutional Overhaul Brutally Crushes Freedoms and Democracy
Nicaragua's newly revised Constitution represents a dangerous lurch toward authoritarian governance, centralizing power in the hands of President Daniel Ortega…
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El Salvador's Party-Funding Move Erodes Democracy And Freedoms
El Salvador's plan to strip political parties of public funding under President Nayib Bukele is a diversion from rising controversies.…
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Brazilian Democracy Endures Through Lula’s Bold Stand On Fact-Checking
President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva spoke about an important truth ‒ keeping accurate information safe online is very important…
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LIFE
Brazilian Film Reflects on Dictatorship Trauma Igniting National Conversation
In 2024, Brazil's cinema struck a chord with audiences as I'm Still Here, a drama exploring the personal and political…
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AMERICAS
Venezuelan Democracy’s Transformative Hope for a New Future
In the middle of Venezuela's political chaos, a brave group for democracy is standing up against strict rule and getting…
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ANALYSIS
Biden’s Pardon Might Encourage Anticonstitutional Leaders in Latin America
President Joe Biden's controversial pardon of his son, Hunter Biden, has caused widespread anger. Many fear its impact could extend…
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Why Mexico’s Move to Dissolve Regulators Threatens Democracy
Mexico's Senate voted to remove independent regulatory agencies. The executive branch now handles their functions. The government argues that this…
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ECONOMY
How Latin America Shaped Spain’s Global Economic Identity
Latin America played a key role in shaping Spain's economic reach worldwide. It connected Spain with global supply chains. A…
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ANALYSIS
Unpacking Brazil’s Supreme Court Bombing and Its Fallout
The bomb attack on Brazil's' Supreme Court shows the deepening divide between far Right and democracy. Investigations uncover deeper societal problems. It…
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