Elections 2021
Meet the Candidates: Peru
A runoff on June 6 pitted one of Peru’s most recognized politicians against one of its least.
Chile
Chile’s Risky Pension Withdrawals
Political opportunists have taken advantage of the angst amid the pandemic.
Argentina
The Closing of an Airport as a Symbol of Argentina’s Troubles
Argentina needs more competition and less catering to special interests, two former officials write.
Mexico
Why the Lozoya Case Won’t Be Mexico’s Lava Jato
January may bring more momentum for the case, but don’t expect a system overhaul.
Mexico
AMLO Faces a Moment of Truth in 2021
The president’s dismantling of the economy may soon come to haunt him.
Cuba
Cuba’s Racial Reckoning, and What It Means for Biden
Recent protests have challenged longstanding taboos, with unpredictable consequences for the regime.
Podcast
AQ Podcast: Bolivia: Surprising Reasons for Optimism
A month into his presidency, Luis Arce is proving more moderate than some expected.
Mexico
AMLO’s Broken Campaign Promise: Demilitarizing Mexico
Two years into his term, the president’s celebration of promises left out a big one.
Uruguay
Farewell to an Unassuming Star of Latin America’s Left
The least flashy leader of the 2000s “Pink Tide” was one of its most effective.
Education
Back to the 1960s? Education May Be Latin America’s Most Lasting Scar from COVID-19
The growing educational gap will cause devastating damage to inequality – and economic growth – for years to come unless we take the warning signs seriously.
Brazil
The Difficult Search for a “Brazilian Biden”
Bolsonaro looks beatable in 2022 if Brazil’s opposition manages to overcome its internal divisions. Don’t count on it.
Bolivia
Will Luis Arce Rebuild Bolivia’s Broken Judiciary?
Bolivia’s new president should resist the temptation to politicize the justice system.
Podcast
AQ Podcast: The Mexico-US Relationship After Cienfuegos
In a tumultuous year, Mexico’s president has made a rocky relationship with the U.S. work for him. But how long can that last?
Peru
Can Francisco Sagasti Hold Peru Together?
The 76-year-old centrist technocrat will have to deal with a combative Congress and reeling electorate.
Brazil
Paulo Guedes’ Biggest Dilemma
Brazil’s finance minister must figure out how to balance an expensive emergency aid program, growing market concerns, and his boss: the president.
