O que a história nos ensina sobre a política do “Big Stick” de Trump
O editor-chefe da AQ analisa a trajetória das relações entre os EUA e a América Latina e chega a quatro grandes conclusões.
Hostile Takeover and Abandonment Explain U.S. Actions in Venezuela
Two analogies can help us understand today’s state of play and the consequences of Trump’s policy in the country.
Venezuela: A 2026 Snapshot
AQ tracks key indicators and political and economic trends to watch in 2026.
Lo que la historia nos enseña sobre el “Gran Garrote” de Trump
El editor en jefe de AQ examina los archivos de las relaciones entre Estados Unidos y América Latina y extrae cuatro conclusiones.
AQ Podcast | A Realistic Look at Venezuelan Oil
A longtime PDVSA executive discusses what political and economic steps are necessary for the Venezuelan oil industry to begin its long recovery
What History Tells Us About Trump’s “Big Stick”
AQ’s editor-in-chief dives into the archive of U.S.-Latin America relations, and emerges with four takeaways.
Is This the End of the Fidel Castro Era?
Events in Venezuela, Cuba and beyond suggest that a particular brand of leftism is in its twilight in Latin America, writes AQ’s editor-in-chief.
AQ Podcast | After Maduro: Risks in Venezuela and Beyond
Andrés Martínez-Fernández of the Heritage Foundation on what the capture of Nicolás Maduro might mean for the country and beyond.
Maduro’s Miscalculations Are a Cautionary Tale for Rodríguez
Venezuela’s interim president faces an existential balancing act: cooperating with the Trump administration while staying loyal to her base.
U.S. Strikes in the Caribbean Set to Challenge Maduro and Trump
The use of deadly force against Venezuelan traffickers marks the beginning of a new strategy. Will it work?
Maduro’s Grand Strategy Sows Opposition Disarray – Again
Venezuela’s regional and legislative elections, set for May 25, are fracturing the opposition’s coalition.
Venezuela: A 2025 Snapshot
AQ tracks political and economic trends to watch and key indicators in 2025.
Nicolás Maduro’s Doomed Attempt at “Transition”
No matter what happens this week, Venezuela’s dictator will not get the legitimacy he craves – at home or abroad.
Venezuela’s Electoral Landscape Favors the Opposition
The fundamentals of the presidential race bode ill for Maduro, writes a seasoned pollster.
In Venezuela, Is This Time Different?
A unified opposition has a real chance to restore democracy on July 28. The U.S. should do everything possible to support the transition.

