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.

Issue Sep 13-19 2023: In the context of an upcoming Argentine election, how does one face the dilemma of tolerating political forces perceived as intolerant?

Issue Sep 06-12 2023: Women have taken the forefront in Mexican politics as the leaders of the current presidential race were reported to be Claudia Sheinbaum and Xóchitl Gálvez.

Issue Sep 06-12 2023: The Paraguayan Colorado Party marked its 136th anniversary with a display of red scarves, matching ties, and flags, all set to the party’s anthem.

Issue Sep 06-12 2023: The Brazilian far-right sees free speech laws in the US as a model to be emulated.