The Next Frontier in Latin America’s Anti-Corruption Drive
This article is adapted from AQ’s latest issue on Latin America’s anti-corruption movement. It is hard to overstate the importance of international collaboration for investigating corruption in Latin America. Simply put, operations like Brazil’s Lava Jato would probably not have existed without the information and technical assistance provided by the U.S. or Switzerland—in particular, the sharing … Read more
What Latin America’s “Corruption Busters” Got Right – and Wrong
An overview of the popular but struggling movement, and ideas on how to save it, by AQ’s editor-in-chief.
How to Stop Corruption – and Save Democracy – in Latin America
Corruption erodes democracy. Strengthening institutions is the only sure way to stop it.
A Convicted Criminal’s Guide to Curbing Corruption in Brazil
The leader of an illegal money-moving scheme tells all in an exclusive interview with AQ.
AQ Top 5 Anti-Corruption Figures: Luiz Antonio Marrey
A year in Honduras gave the veteran Brazilian prosecutor new perspectives on institution building.
AQ Top 5 Anti-Corruption Figures: José Domingo Pérez
By investigating three former presidents, this public prosecutor has made a name for himself in Peru.
AQ Top 5 Anti-Corruption Figures: Nayeli Roldán
The Mexican journalist’s investigations helped shine a light on corruption at the top echelons of politics.
AQ Top 5 Anti-Corruption Figures: Diana Salazar
A history-making prosecutor is shaking up Quito with bold investigations into the powerful.
From Scandal to Reforms: Chile’s Unusual Breakthrough
Chile’s reaction to a series of scandals offers lessons for its neighbors.
NOVO na AQ: O combate à corrupção na América Latina está em risco?
Este artigo foi adaptado da edição impressa da AQ sobre o combate à corrupção na America Latina | Leer en español | Read in English Cerca de cinco anos atrás, algo estranho começou a acontecer em toda a América Latina: pessoas poderosas começaram a ser presas por corrupção. De repente, presidentes, senadores e líderes empresariais, por muito tempo considerados intocáveis, passaram a … Read more
NUEVO AQ: La lucha contra la corrupción en América Latina se está derrumbando?
Salvarla requerirá valentía, reformas inteligentes y honestidad respecto a sus problemas. Nuestra nueva edición explora el porqué
NEW AQ: Is Latin America’s Corruption Crackdown Falling Apart?
Saving it will require courage, smart reforms – and honesty about its problems. A new issue of AQ explores why.
The Financial Detectives Behind Mexico’s Anti-Corruption Push
A familiar face has brought financial intelligence into the public eye.
How a Journalist Helped Spark an Anti-Corruption Wave in Panama
Lee en Español Running for office was never in Gabriel Silva’s plans. The 30-year-old lawyer, who on July 1 will begin his first term as a member of Panama’s Congress, was moved to enter politics out of desperation. “Seeing the same corrupt politicians who have been there since I was born seeking re-election made me … Read more
The Activist Preparing for the Post-Maduro Corruption Battle
As her country spirals into chaos, Mercedes de Freitas tackles corruption with data.

