Parliamentary Elections sees day of historic Haitian voting that should guide nation to stability
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.
Petrobras Scandal Snags New Brazilian Convictions
Series of new Brazilian convictions corruption deepens sense of despair for honest average citizen
First Mayan Translation of Mexican Constitution Complete
All of Mexico should rejoice at the completion of the first Mayan translation of the constitution
Honduras Protesters Demand Change in Violent Nation
The title of world’s most murderous nation is cause behind anger of furious Honduras protesters
Central American Spring Seeks End to Political Corruption
Massive protests calling for resignation of leadership constitutes epic Central American Spring
7.7% Percent Approval Rating For Brazilian President
Widespread public discontent at flagging economy is battering Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff
Cuban Democracy Activists See Uncertain Future Ahead
Following high-level US rapprochement, Cuban democracy activists consider fruits of their efforts
Shock Brazilian Ex-President Lula Corruption Investigation
Wave of investigations reaches fevered pitch as Lula corruption allegations spark soul searching
Read, Think, Inform, ACT: Transformation of the Written Word
This set is a bit of an eclectic mix of articles to interest Human Rights activists of all sorts: the humanitarian, the person who wants to learn more about the plight of the refugee not only in the USA but the world over
Sonnet LXIX by Pablo Neruda
Yesterday was Pablo Neruda’s birthday, and since he is one of my favorite poets, I dedicate this post to him, my translation of Sonnet LXIX from 100 Love Sonnets: Cien sonetos de amor