The Threat That Cannot Be Addressed Alone
Combating organized crime in the Americas requires cooperation among the hemisphere’s countries.
Under Biden, Big Changes on Drugs and Crime Seem Unlikely
A December report could lead to some modifications of U.S. anti-drug policy, but no dramatic steps.
School’s Out in Most of Latin America. Gangs Are Thrilled.
With 97% of Latin American kids out of class, some criminal groups see a bonanza in recruitment.
Sponsored Content: What COVID-19 Revealed About Illicit Trade
There is hope for combating illicit trade in 2021, but we have to act together.
Nuevo en AQ: ¿El gran ganador de la pandemia? El crimen organizado
La COVID-19 ha sido fantástica para el crimen organizado. Una mejor coordinación internacional podría mitigar al menos parte de los daños.
Novo na AQ: Quem saiu ganhando nesta pandemia? O crime organizado.
A COVID-19 tem sido ótima para o crime organizado. Um aumento da coordenação internacional poderia aliviar pelo menos parte dos danos.
AMLO’s Broken Campaign Promise: Demilitarizing Mexico
Two years into his term, the president’s celebration of promises left out a big one.
El valiente esfuerzo de Luiza Trajano para combatir la violencia de género
Uno de los minoristas más grandes de Brasil lanzó un programa audaz para ayudar a víctimas – clientas y empleadas.
A corajosa luta de Luiza Trajano contra a violência doméstica
Uma das maiores redes varejistas do Brasil implementou um audacioso programa para apoiar tanto a equipe como consumidores.
Luiza Trajano’s Courageous Efforts to Fight Domestic Violence
One of Brazil’s largest retailers has launched an audacious program to help victims – both customers and employees.
The Urgent Need to Reform Colombia’s Security Policies
Another mass killing shows the need for a greater civilian role in policing.
The Backlash Against Brazil’s Politicized Military
A proposal prohibiting active-duty personnel from government positions has found some support among the armed forces.
The Flawed Legal Battle to Save Brazil’s Indigenous from COVID-19
A Supreme Court decision sounds encouraging on the surface – but will likely fail to protect indigenous peoples in practice.
Los engranajes de la justicia mexicana están averiados. ¿Que se puede hacer?
Un encuentro reciente entre fiscales locales y federales apuntan a las fallas en el sistema de justicia. Reformas inteligentes podrían tener un gran impacto.
The Wheels of Justice in Mexico Are Failing. What Can Be Done?
A recent clash between local and federal prosecutors points to flaws in the justice system. Smart reforms could make a big impact.
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