Issue Dec 01-31 2023: Despite the usual campaign speeches pontificating about merit and transparency in the assignment of public positions, once elected, different governments have continued to employ clientelist practices in public employment.

Issue Dec 01-31 2023: The Presidency of the Republic of Ecuador has disclosed a $2.5 million contract for the “Service of Advertising and Dissemination of Messages and Campaigns of the National Government,” aiming to align activities with the new administration’s communication strategy.

Issue Dec 01-31 2023: During 2023, differences within the Bolivian governing party have greatly escalated.

Issue Nov 15-30 2023: As the parliamentary transition looms within a fortnight, uncertainties ripple through political structures, yet emerging figures offer clarity.

Issue Nov 15-30 2023: After being presented with a constitutional complaint in front of the Peruvian Congress of the Republic, the Minister of Justice announced President Boluarte’s intention to renounce her immunity and submit to all investigations.

Issue Nov 15-30 2023: The three political parties of the coalition “Fuerza y Corazón por México” (Force and Heart for Mexico) have reportedly committed to spending 281 million pesos on the campaigns for the Senate and the Chamber of Deputies, and 272 million pesos on the presidential campaign of Xóchitl Gálvez, as reported by the

Issue Nov 15-30 2023: At the same time as the president of the Brazilian Chamber of Deputies Arthur Lira (PP-AL) championed a “green agenda,” the Chamber itself approved the fast tracking of legislation which includes provisions benefiting the operation of thermoelectric power plants powered by natural gas, which contribute to greenhouse gas emissions.

Issue Nov 15-30 2023: Navigating a crucial 10-month phase preceding the 2025 elections, challenges confronting Daniel Noboa’s government and the Citizen Revolution (RC) rise.

Issue Nov 15-30 2023: María Corina Machado’s victory in Venezuela’s primary election marks a significant shift towards democratic and structural change, challenging the oppressive regime and ushering in a new era of hope and freedom for the country.

Issue Nov 08-14 2023: This November, many Latin American countries have been preparing for the final stretch of the constitutional process of presidential elections.