Struggling with regional rise in gang violence, as El Salvador votes with real options to choose
Central America articles on Democracy Chronicles
Bordered by Mexico to the north and Colombia to the southeast, Central America consists of seven countries: Belize, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. Many countries in the region suffer from high crime rates.
Costa Rica Heads Towards Close Election
Peaceful Costa Rica heads to very competitive election with diverse range of candidates running
Analysis of Costa Rica’s Election System
Stable and prosperous Central American nation has set a shining example for world of a functioning democracy as reflected in Costa Rica’s election system
65 Years Without an Army? Welcome to Costa Rica
Costa Rica’s people were right to celebrate yesterday’s commemoration of sixty-five years since entire military was abolished in Latin American democracy leader
Can Violent Honduras Reclaim its Democracy?
Election will test democracy in a newly violent Honduras threatened by violent smuggling gangs
Diversity of Political Parties in Costa Rica
Political parties in Costa Rica include third party registration that reflects a strong democracy
VIDEO: Costa Rican Tribe Fights for its Survival
The Talamanca Costa Rican tribe is fighting to keep its culture alive after hundreds of years of tragedy stemming from the age of Spanish Conquistadors
Neighbor Policy: A Friend in Mexico
We are lucky in our neighbors. The time is now for a renewed push to mend our relationship with Mexico. Acting in unison with Canada, the chance for the US to be a contributor to an economic miracle for the Mexican people and for North America is within our grasp and our own vital self-interest.
Guatemala Dictator Guilty of Genocide
Court finds ex-Guatemala dictator guilty of genocide during his violent reign and vast repression
Domestic US Problems Vex Obama Latin America Trip
Drugs, immigration and energy policy have huge impact on relations in Obama Latin America trip