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Articles tagged with latin-america
Until COVID-19, tuberculosis killed more people each year than any other infectious disease. Its rising toll is increasingly fueled by mass incarceration.
A “woke” remake that peddles in symbolic representation is not the film Puerto Ricans deserve.
The region has a long legacy of critical engagement with classical political economy, helping to change the way we think about markets and morals.
The Brazilian president’s offensive against universities threatens democracy and recalls the dark years of the country’s dictatorship.
Some gender equality initiatives help to reinforce exclusion rather than dismantle it.
The dramatic history of Guatemala’s National Police archive illustrates the crucial role of state archives in protecting democracy.
Jair Bolsonaro’s presidential victory in Brazil is the latest win for right-wing movements around the globe.
Far-right candidate Jair Bolsonaro is within an inch of the presidency. His popularity suggests Brazilian politics might never be the same.
Brazil has been in disarray since 2016’s presidential impeachment, but after the murder of the country’s most exciting progressive politician, Brazilians must decide whether to be outraged or resigned.
A recent conference made it clear: military and corporate interests will prevail.
