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Trump Could Bring Enemies in South America Closer Together

The alliance between Cuba and Venezuela has weakened in recent years. Donald Trump could inadvertently restore it.

Avatar photoChristian FitzHughJanuary 25, 2017November 30, 2021

Political Victory for Temer During Anxious Times for Brazil

Congress approves a spending limit, but corruption and economic distress still overshadow Michel Temer’s presidency.

Avatar photoChristian FitzHughDecember 23, 2016November 28, 2021

The Rational Person’s Guide to Fidel Castro

The Cuban leader’s main geopolitical accomplishment was keeping the island free from American domination.

Ryan BohlRyan BohlDecember 1, 2016December 1, 2021

Colombia’s Santos Seeks Revised Peace Deal with FARC

The president is piecing together a revised peace accord after his original plan was voted down in a referendum.

Avatar photoChristian FitzHughNovember 20, 2016November 30, 2021

When People Don’t Give Peace a Chance: Colombia Rejects Peace with FARC

Yearn though Colombians might for peace, fifty years of war has left them yearning even more for justice.

Ryan BohlRyan BohlOctober 6, 2016November 30, 2021

Colombia’s Referendum: Has the Best Chance for Peace Gone?

Colombians narrowly reject a peace deal with the FARC. A way forward is now hard to imagine.

Avatar photoChristian FitzHughOctober 3, 2016November 30, 2021
Dilma Rousseff Barack Obama

Rousseff Leaves But Brazil’s Problems Remain

The president’s impeachment will do little to lift Brazil’s economy out of recession or clean up its politics.

Avatar photoChristian FitzHughAugust 12, 2016November 28, 2021

Maduro Defiant as Venezuela Teeters on the Brink

While the opposition demands a presidential recall, Nicolás Maduro declares a state of emergency.

Avatar photoChristian FitzHughMay 24, 2016November 26, 2021

Brazil to Muddle Through After Rousseff Suspended

Power shifts to the president’s unprincipled allies in the Brazilian Democratic Movement Party.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 12, 2016November 28, 2021

France Leads Opposition to South America Trade Deal

The country is apprehensive about liberalizing trade with a major exporter of agricultural products.

Nick OttensNick OttensMay 5, 2016November 28, 2021

The Origins of Brazil’s Political Dysfunction

Brazil’s paralysis can be traced back to the end of the military dictatorship. But the roots go much deeper.

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 24, 2016November 28, 2021

Peru Votes for Continuity Amid Growing Discontent

For many Peruvians, the presidential runoff in June will be a choice for the lesser of two evils.

Avatar photoChristian FitzHughApril 21, 2016January 2, 2020

Rousseff’s Impeachment May Solve Little

Brazil is looking at months of political upheaval during which painful economic reforms will likely be put off.

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 12, 2016November 28, 2021

Rousseff’s Future Uncertain After PMDB Defection

Dilma Rousseff may not survive impeachment now that Brazil’s largest party has walked out on her.

Nick OttensNick OttensApril 2, 2016November 28, 2021

Obama Lands in Cuba for Historic Visit

The visit comes after the president reversed America’s long-standing policy of isolating the communist regime.

Nick OttensNick OttensMarch 21, 2016January 2, 2020

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