Another murdered politician has cast grave doubts on democracy ahead of crucial Mexican ballot
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.
Three Terms is Enough for Bolivian President Morales
Passionate supporters of highly popular Bolivian President Morales should find another candidate
Considering the Latin American Political Art Revolution
With unprecedented democracy in region, a Latin American political art revolution is now underway
Global Action for Ayotzinapa Eight Months on May 26
After eight months of the Ayotzinapa student teachers’ disappearance, we would like to draw your attention to one of the student activists who was not part of the 43 disappeared and is very much alive in our search for justice.
Growing Turbulence for Guatemala’s Ruling Party
Corruption scandal forces resignations along with mass arrests for ailing Guatemala’s ruling party
Upcoming Mexico Regional Elections Test Ruling Party
Constant gang violence and state corruption focus of absolutely critical Mexico regional elections
Canadian Ranked Ballot Support Building in Ontario
New polling shows huge spike in Toronto popular support for new Canadian ranked ballot system
How the Petrobras Corruption Scandal is Shaking Brazil
Authorities in the country of Brazil have arrested three former congressmen who have been implemented in connection with what may be the country’s largest corruption scandal, involving the oil giant Petrobras, Brazil’s biggest and the world’s sixth largest.
Will Adjunct Faculty Become Human Rights Activists?
As adjunct faculty, we need to realize that the chances of a Rubén Garcia, a Freddy Gray, or a Michael Brown to succeed in life could very easily lie with us — in our classrooms, but outside them too — with us reaching out and giving our helping hand.
Ayotzinapa: Pay Homage to 43 Lives Cut Short!
On Sunday, April 26th at 7 pm, at the Puente Blanco — or the Continental Bridge at 1001 Continental Street Via — please join us in our monthly Global Action For Ayotzinapa!