Voters prepare for crucially important Venezuela election set to begin new post-Hugo Chavez era
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.
Cuba Dissident’s Death Probed by Resolute Daughter
Daughter seeks answers for Cuba dissident’s death in mysterious circumstances raising suspicion
Four Coming Elections That Will Shape Latin America
Coming elections will test democracy’s progress in four very different countries and shape Latin America for decades
Crucial Venezuela Election Sees Feverish Campaigning
Free and fair vote in crucial Venezuela election would help ensure stability in turbulent seas
Brazil’s Popular ex-President Faces Corruption Probe
Rising star owes much of its recent economic success to Lula as Brazil’s popular ex-President
Canada Warned of Election Robocall Fraud Repeat
Robocall fraud with false information mislead voters in last election in Canada
Venezuela Gay Culture Alive and Well
Exceptionally liberal sexual history carries over to surprisingly open Venezuela gay culture
Dissident Cuba Democracy Activist Visits Miami
Cuba Democracy Activist: Massive Cuban community in Miami mulls blogger visit during Cuba turbulence
Canada Moves to Stop Deceptive Voter Suppression
Misleading phone calls used as deceptive voter suppression and misinformation is subject of new law proposals
Capriles Faces Tough Venezuela Election Climb
After death of Hugo Chavez, Venezuela election climb of Capriles is future choice for first time