Calls internationally for a “transparent investigation” into the death in custody of an opposition member who the government said killed himself.
South America articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for better democracy across North and South America (not including the United States) in this highly diverse and quickly changing region. Also see our World Democracy section or our articles on Central America or on giants Brazil and Mexico.
Brazilians Casting Ballots Sunday in Closely Watched Presidential Vote
Brazilians move to the poll this Sunday for a new president after a huge political corruption scandal which known to be the first in Latin American history.
Brazil Far-right Candidate Gains Women Voters, Despite Sexist Remarks
Jair Bolsonaro presents himself as a far-right option to prevent the return of the leftist Workers Party (PT) in this weekend’s vote in Brazil.
Court Makes Corruption Allegations Days Before Brazil Presidential Vote
Brazilians will vote in the most polarized election in a generation and the Workers Party could return to office despite corruption cases against it.
Venezuela’s Maduro Accused Of Executing Thousands
In a report released on Tuesday, Amnesty accuses Nicolas Maduro’s government of committing some of the worst human rights violations in Venezuela’s history.
Celebrity Chef In Hot Water For Hosting Venezuela’s Maduro
Turkish celebrity chef in hot water for hosting Venezuela’s Maduro amid claims that people in Venezuela are going hungry due to an ongoing economic crisis.
Former Argentina President Indicted On Corruption Charges
Argentina’s former president C Fernandez was indicted on Monday for bribes recieved from construction companies in exchange for public works contracts.
Peru President’s Corruption Reforms Raise Tension With Congress
Peru opposition slams high-stakes vote over President’s proposals over anti-graft reforms, a high-stakes move that could force out the Cabinet and Congress.
Corruption Law at Risk as Peru’s President Faces Standoff With Congress
Peru’s president wants the opposition-dominated Congress to hold a special session this week to debate his proposed anti-corruption measures.
Venezuela and the Ever-Present Threat of American Intervention
Venezuela has truly faced the consequences of being a socialist country in a world that a fascist United States loves to dominate. Venezuela has huge oil reserves that the US plans on controlling.