The Mexican Supreme Court made international headlines after decriminalizing abortion in Aguascalientes state on August 30th, 2023. It found that the federal penal code criminalizing abortion violates the reproductive autonomy of women and people who gestate. In the following days, … Continue reading
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Socialism of the 21st Century: The Resurgence of the Pink Tide in Latin America
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
L’échec de la lutte ambitieuse du président Andrés Manuel López Obrador contre la corruption de Pemex
La corruption au Mexique est omniprésente à tous les échelons de la politique et jusqu’au niveau présidentiel. Selon l’indicateur établi par l’ONG Transparence International, le Mexique se place parmi les pays les plus corrompus, d’après la perception qu’en a le … Continue reading
Grappling With the Surge of Gender Violence During COVID-19
Activism in the realm of women’s rights and more specifically in prevention and treatment of violence towards women is an arena that must be tackled from multiple angles. Gendered violence is an age-old problem that cannot be solved in one fell swoop. Rather, one must recognize the severity and depth of the issue in order to properly act.