Canadian system is similar to the original American body of an unelected Senate, since abandoned
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.
That Was Then and This is Now
I write this in anticipation of World Refugee Day, June 20th. I would like you to read the stories of refugees today, interwoven with my own tale of a better yesterday.
Canadian First-Past-the-Post Voting Questioned
Once powerful political party eyes changing Canadian first-past-the-post system as key to victory
Former Mexico First Lady to Run For President
Surprise entrance of former Mexico first lady into Presidential race will upend the political race
A Petition For Mexican Action on Guerrero Violence
In the face of violence by public security forces and the federal state in Tlapa de Comonfort, Guerrero, before and during the last election, we invite you to sign this urgent action online
Canadian Backdoor Contracts Drive Political Incentives
Worrying signs that new style of government insider haggling driving Canadian backdoor politics
Protest Denouncing Mexican Narco State Militarization
The people of Dallas are gathering this evening to denounce the apparently never-ending and plain grotesque atrocities of the Mexican Narco State Government, and demanding a stop to all this Brutality.
Honduras Protests Call For President’s Resignation
After allegations of corruption in Presidential fundraising, over 20,000 attend Honduras protests
Effect of Mexico Alcohol Ban on Election Day
National custom of stocking up on supplies for celebration is result of Mexico alcohol ban on election day
Mexico Election Crisis is Test of National Strength
With so many strengths and sky-high potential, Mexico election crisis is critical test of country