Issue Sep 20-26 2023: Populism, “democracy’s unwanted child,” has long been associated with Latin America, although the political tendency exists in even the most venerable democracies.

Issue Sep 20-26 2023: A recent meeting between the future Guatemalan government leaders, both mayors and the president-elect, highlighted the pressing issues faced by the municipalities and the resilience of local leaders in the midst of threats and challenges.

Issue Sep 20-26 2023: Former Bolivian President Evo Morales’ announcement of his candidacy for the 2025 presidential elections has sent shockwaves through the country’s political landscape, shedding light on deep rifts within the ruling party, the Movimiento Al Socialismo (MAS).

Issue Sep 20-26 2023: According to a recent survey conducted by Comunicaliza, Ecuador’s upcoming second-round presidential election on October 15, 2023, has garnered the interest of 67.8% of citizens, while 13.1% remain undecided about their vote.

Issue Sep 20-26 2023: The president of the Lower House, Ricardo Cifuentes (DC), has expressed strong reservations about the approved reduction of deputies from 155 to 138 by the Constitutional Council, labeling Germán Becker’s (RN) argument, who asserted that 138 is an “average” number, as “a disgrace.”

Issue Sep 13-19 2023: Hundreds of Salvadorans marched to protest against President Nayib Bukele’s intention to seek reelection and to denounce the arrest of innocent people in the fight against criminal groups.

Issue Sep 13-19 2023: Mexico’s Morena party is seeking to establish a diverse range of political alliances in the run up to the 2024 elections.

Issue Sep 13-19 2023: In the countdown to Venezuela’s primary elections on October 22, a storm of uncertainties and challenges emerge, threatening the very core of the electoral process.

Issue Sep 13-19 2023: A decree aimed at promoting peasant mobilization has sparked constitutional concerns and criticisms, including the Attorney General’s office and agricultural associations.

Issue Sep 13-19 2023: Dina Boluarte, Peru’s president, reportedly reached her highest level of unpopularity so far since her inauguration.