All eyes fixed on Venezuela vote for legislature Sunday as Maduro era set for public judgement
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.
A Gallery of Anti-Oil Street Art From Buenos Aires
Today, Argentina’s capital Buenos Aires is awash in anti-oil street art of the highest quality
How Argentine Election Can Upend Latin American Politics
A win by opposition leader Mauricio Macri in the upcoming Argentine Election increasingly likely
Canadian Muslim Voters Turnout in Record Numbers
High turnout among Canadian Muslim voters is hopeful sign for group’s future political participation
Timeless Wisdom from the Indigenous Amazon People
Our international group learned from the Indigenous people there about creating a human presence on this planet that will foster environmentally sustainable, socially just, and emotionally and spiritually fulfilling lifestyles, communities, and nations
The Last First-Past-the-Post Election in Canadian History?
Revolutionary promise to make this the last first-past-the-post election in Canada should be kept
Brazilian Black Lives Matter Movement Takes Root
Worldwide reach of movement is evident in growth of badly needed Brazilian Black Lives Matter
Haiti Voting Deemed Satisfactory if Still Lacking
Presidential and Parliamentary candidates competed fairly in long-awaited but vital Haiti voting
Successful Colombian Regional Vote is Major Win
Smoothly run Colombian regional vote during peace process reflection of progress made on democracy
National Canadian Ranked Ballot System Increasingly Likely
Liberal victory in election could very well mean a Canadian ranked ballot system is now on its way