The Politics of Narcos
In the world of Narcos, dim-witted cops and populist narco-capitalists become the heroes we need.
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We’ll See Each Other in Bogotá
The western hemisphere's oldest guerrilla army is putting down their arms and becoming a political party. What does the future hold for them?
“We Are the Only Opposition”
Magdalena, Colombia was a right-wing paramilitary stronghold. Now it’s undergoing a political revolution from the left.
Gustavo Petro’s Final Year
Gustavo Petro became Colombia’s first left-wing president three years ago. With a hostile Congress threatening his landmark labor reform, he’s scrambling to make sure he’s not its last.
Blood on His Hands
As head of SOUTHCOM, Trump’s pick for Homeland Security secretary facilitated atrocities across the Americas.
Between Hope and Fear
The stakes couldn’t be higher in today’s Colombian elections. Here’s a quick guide of what to expect.
Latin America’s Second Wave of Left-Wing Governments Could Be More Powerful Than the First
A few years ago, commentators were announcing the demise of the Latin American left. But if Lula wins this autumn’s presidential election in Brazil, the Left will be governing the region’s six largest economies for the first time.
Not Another Betrayal
Colombian elites have already resumed their efforts to undermine any progress towards peace.
Latin American Leaders Are Putting Up Resistance to Trump
Donald Trump’s belligerence toward Latin American leaders raises the prospect of a more concerted regional resistance, one its popular left bloc is well positioned to lead.
Honduran Labyrinth
In a leftward-moving region, the iron fist of Honduras’ Porfirio "Pepe" Lobo makes him Obama’s sort of "democrat."
It’s Time to Abolish the Organization of American States
A year since the Organization of American States made unfounded claims of electoral fraud in Bolivia, leftist leaders from across the region have called for its Trumpian secretary general to resign. Throughout its history, the OAS has been a tool of Washington's domination of Latin America — and an obstacle to genuine efforts at regional integration.
The Best Way to Support Cubans Is to End the US Blockade
The Left’s approach to Cuba should be simple: oppose US attempts to devastate the country’s economy through the blockade.
The Entire World, Yet Again, Is Demanding an End to the US Blockade of Cuba
Every year, nearly the entire globe condemns the US embargo against Cuba as a human rights disaster at the UN General Assembly. And every year, the US government ignores the international community’s pleas.
Latin America Is Leading the Way in Standing Up to Israel
Bolivia has severed diplomatic relations with Israel, and Colombia, Chile, and Honduras have all recalled their ambassadors. Latin America is leading the way in opposing Israel’s war on Gaza.
Progressive Governments Across Latin America Are Condemning Israel
From Chile to Honduras, Latin American governments are recalling ambassadors, severing diplomatic relations, and openly condemning Israel — a country with a history of propping up dictatorships across the region — for its crimes against humanity in Gaza.
Global South States Resist Israeli Impunity Over War Crimes
During its genocidal campaign in Gaza, Israel has repeatedly flouted the rulings of international courts. While Western states indulge Israeli impunity, a coalition of states backed by left-wing parties is spearheading action to hold Israel to account.
Human Rights Watch’s Revolving Door
Human Rights Watch’s edicts and positions have often been suspiciously in line with US policy.
Oligarchy, Empire, and Revolution in Central America
There is a direct line in Central America stretching back more than a century from US-backed military intervention, to support of reactionary oligarchies, to devastating neoliberal restructuring, to the migration crisis now exploited in US politics.
Against Referendums
Referendums give people little say over what happens after the polls close.
Power to Truth
From independent journalists to big outlets, press freedom is under attack in Israel.