Green Brazil activist and environmental icon declares her crucial support for consolidating opposition to President Rouseff
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.
Worldwide Protesters March for Indigenous Rights
Idle No More march for indigenous rights originated with tribes of Canada have grown into worldwide movement celebrating historic 250th anniversary
Protests Related to Major Mexican Oil Law
President Nieto’s reform of major Mexican oil law has sparked massive protests opposing changes
Brazil Appeals in Massive Corruption Scandal
Political scandal that shocked nation to continue as high profile defendants in Brazil appeals landmark convictions
Cuba Musician Defies Censors to Call for Democracy
Famous Cuba musician Roberto Carcasses uses time on state run tv to launch call for democracy – Cuba Musician Defies Censors for Democracy Call!
Brazil Protests Subside After Government Concessions
Major action has moderated and Brazil protests subside as citizens give government chance to implement changes
Mexico’s Obrador Leads Protest Against Reforms
Leading political opposition Mexico’s Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador leads protests against President
Mexico Street Protests Keep Pressure on Nieto
Massive Mexico protests put pressure on Nieto’s reforms after marchers take over major cities
Massive Mexico Protests Targeting President
Nieto appeals for support as Mexico protests targeting President’s economic reform package build
Family of Cuba Dissident Sues Over Murder
Mysterious death of anti-dictatorship Cuba activist focus of lawsuit by family of Cuba dissident