Development vs. Conservation
Ecuador may well play a decisive role in the outcome of the global tension between economic development and environmental conservation.
Analysis
Top LGBT Stories from the Americas
Our hemisphere is quickly becoming one of the most gay-friendly territories in the world, but not everything is advancing positively.
Will Latin America Solve Its Infrastructure Problem?
Where is the greatest demand for improved infrastructure in the region, and how well do current plans address needs?
What is the Outlook for Colombia’s Oil Sector?
What is the outlook for Ecopetrol and the Colombian oil sector in the short to medium term?
The Power of Simplicity
Debates on education quality in Latin America too often lead to unnecessarily complex programs or initiatives.
Democracy & the Rule of Law in Ecuador
Although originally elected democratically, Ecuadorian president Rafael Correa has used authoritarian tactics to maintain power.
An Americas Agenda for the World
The Inter-American Democratic Charter is a watershed in how the region understands democracy.
Hugo Stay Home
Hugo Chavez, the Venezuelan president, has clearly been enticed by the Libyan drama, where his longtime friend and ally, Muammar al-Qaddafi, is under siege from rebel forces.
The Obama Administration: A Difficult Year in Latin America
2009 has not been a good year for U.S.-Latin America relations. Despite their warm welcome at the April Summit, Latin America’s governments made life more difficult than anticipated for President Obama.
El impacto del sistema tributario y el gasto social en la distribución del ingreso y la pobreza en América Latina
Este artículo presenta resultados sobre el impacto de la política fiscal en la desigualdad y la pobreza en dieciséis países de América Latina. Los países que más redistribuyen son Argentina, Brasil, Costa Rica y Uruguay, y los que menos, Guatemala, Honduras y Perú.
Will the PRI Return to Mexico’s Presidency?
Does the Michoacán election portend a return of the PRI to the presidency next year?
Preschool Education in Latin America
Over the past fifteen years, Latin America has devoted increasing attention to preschool programs.
The Outlook for Panama’s New President
Varela confronts a complicated political landscape dominated by his predecessor, whose party maintains a majority in Congress.
A Crucial Year for Obama
While Obama deserves credit for averting a financial collapse and improving the US image in the world, he has not succeeded in changing “politics as usual.”
Obama’s Solitude
The big question is whether Obama can regain the trust of the American people, especially his core constituency, including youth and Latinos, who have become disillusioned.