In Guatemala, a President Tests the Public
The president’s attorney general selection sets up a showdown with an increasingly frustrated population.
Guatemala and Alejandro Giammattei: An Overview
This article is adapted from AQ’s special report on the Summit of the Americas. Click here for the full list of countries. Argentina | Brazil | Chile | Colombia | Dominican Republic | Ecuador | Mexico | Peru | Venezuela *NOTE: Support for democracy reflects percentage who agree that democracy is preferable to any other form of government. Sources: Approval rating: CID Gallup (February); support for democracy: Latin American Public Opinion Project (2021); Capacity to Combat … Read more
Could Thelma Cabrera Become Guatemala’s Evo Morales?
A Maya Mam woman is seeking to organize the country’s indigenous people into a mass political force.
In Guatemala, A Fresh Crackdown on Prosecutors
Ahead of an election year, attacks on the rule of law continue to undermine the country’s democracy.
Book Review: Mario Vargas Llosa Takes On a Coup in Guatemala
The Peruvian novelist brings Central America’s bloody Cold War past to life – with a surprising political angle.
Duolingo’s Luis von Ahn: “I Just Want to Have an Impact”
The Guatemalan CEO of the mega-successful app is speaking out about inequality, corruption and more.
Despite Protests, Guatemala’s President May Be Stronger than Ever
Amid popular anger and encroaching investigations, Alejandro Giammattei has worked to protect himself. He may succeed.
El sistema de justicia guatemalteco en la cuerda floja
La independencia judicial está bajo asedio, escribe la Magistrada Gloria Porras.
Guatemala’s Justice System Is at a Breaking Point
Campaigns against judges like herself imperil Guatemala’s democracy, writes Gloria Porras.
Q&A: A Guatemalan Farmer Battles Climate Change
Enrique Samayoa is confronting the effects of climate change with traditional farming practices.
The Challenges Facing Guatemala’s Next President
Even after a wild election winds down, the country’s biggest challenges won’t.
Meet the Candidates: Guatemala
After a crowded first round election, the candidates in August’s runoff vote have been decided.
Why War Criminals Could Walk Free in Guatemala
A get-out-of-jail-free card for war criminals would be a blow to Guatemala’s anti-impunity movement.
All Eyes on Guatemala as Crisis Brews Ahead of Elections
President Jimmy Morales’ maneuvering against Guatemala’s institutions could give the U.S. a chance to recalibrate its policy.
In Guatemala and Mexico, Two Very Different Responses to Piracy
Sometimes governments act to stop piracy. Sometimes they don’t. Here are two stories that show very different outcomes.
