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Tag: Latin America

Venezuela: On the Verge of a Political Transformation After Recent Primary Elections?

Venezuela: On the Verge of a Political Transformation After Recent Primary Elections?

November 23, 2023November 22, 2023 Victoire Thierry

On October 22, 2023, opposition candidate Maria Corina Machado won Venezuela’s primary elections. This event may indicate a shift towards free and fair elections for the presidential run scheduled in 2024 after years of economic crisis and authoritarian rule in … Continue reading

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Socialism of the 21st Century: The Resurgence of the Pink Tide in Latin America

Socialism of the 21st Century: The Resurgence of the Pink Tide in Latin America

November 23, 2022November 21, 2022 Alexander Morris-Schwarz

At the turn of the century, a political phenomenon known as the Pink Tide occurred in numerous countries across Latin America. It signified a shift from the previously dominant neoliberal and Washington-oriented parties towards a more left-wing form of leadership. … Continue reading

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The Questionable Effectiveness of US Development Aid in Latin America

The Questionable Effectiveness of US Development Aid in Latin America

November 5, 2022November 3, 2022 Eric Duivenvoorden
A brief summary of US aid in Central and Andean South America would be the pursuit of self-interest, wrapped in outwardly humanitarian intent.

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Love is Now Law: How the Cuban Revolution was Finally Extended to Everyone

Love is Now Law: How the Cuban Revolution was Finally Extended to Everyone

October 31, 2022October 29, 2022 Alexander Morris-Schwarz
This September, in a historic societal and political shift, Cubans overwhelmingly voted to ratify arguably the most progressive family code in the world.

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Vaccinegate: Vaccination Outrage in Argentina and Peru

Vaccinegate: Vaccination Outrage in Argentina and Peru

March 18, 2021November 10, 2021 Ariana Castillon

Over the last few weeks, two vaccination scandals have broken out in Peru and Argentina. Multiple high-ranking officers and wealthy private citizens were granted access to vaccines months before the immunization campaign in both countries began. In Peru’s case, … Continue reading

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