In Latin America, political upheavals are taking place as the region deals with one of the world’s worst outbreaks of Covid-19 and recession.
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.
Elections And Covid-19 In Latin American
South America’s electoral future, nationally and regionally, depends on how it handles the impact of COVID-19 on its political landscape.
Dangerous Rise In Attacks On Guatemala Women Activists
Women judges and prosecutors fighting political corruption and impunity face abuse and persecution from the highest levels.
Political Drama Raising Fears Over El Salvador’s Democracy
Salvador’s democracy is under scrutiny after lawmakers joined President Nayib Bukele to replace all judges on the Constitutional Court.
Primary Elections In Honduras ‘Failed Rehearsal Of Democracy’
Primary elections in Honduras, which were held in preparation for general elections in November, were a “failed rehearsal of democracy.”
Ancient Maya Houses Show Inequality Is Tied To Despotic Governance
The countries with the greatest wealth disparity often had regimes that centralized power in a limited number of citizens.
2021 Elections in Latin America: What’s at Stake
There was an interesting and lengthy new post published at the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance, a Swedish intergovernmental organization, and written by their Director for Latin America and the Caribbean Daniel Zovatto. Take a look at this excerpt: While Latin Americans struggle to leave behind the bleak year of 2020 they’re dealing […]
Cuba throws its repressive playbook at activist
Cuban journalist Camila Acosta has learned from experience the tools in Cuba’s repressive play book. She has endured multiple instances of targeted abuse.
Latin America facing a ‘decline of democracy’ under Covid pandemic
Covid-19 required appropriate response from governments. Responses have been poor in some regions, with democracy even declining in Latin America.
El Salvador: President Defies Supreme Court
Thrice President Bukele of El Salvador has dismissed Supreme Court rulings to respect rights during coronavirus quarantine. HRW calls on OAS intervention.