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Venezuela: the time for the rule-of-law country and civil society

Venezuela is entering a new phase to reform its justice system, with greater civil society participation and the challenge of restoring the independence of the judiciary.

Costa Ricans did not vote to weaken their courts

Costa Rica is facing a growing deterioration in judicial independence, while the government is pursuing tough-on-crime policies that voters have not endorsed.

Post-Raúl Castro Cuba: scenarios and political change

The death of Raúl Castro could alter the internal balance of power within the Cuban regime at a time marked by economic crisis and growing social discontent.

Welcome to oclotyranny

Oclotyranny describes a new form of authoritarianism that comes to power through the ballot box and, from within the institutions, erodes democratic rules and checks and balances.

Contested at the ballot box, underrepresented in power: women in Brazil’s 2026 elections

In Brazil, women constitute the majority of voters, but hold less than 20% of seats in the Chamber of Deputies and the Senate, highlighting the gap between electoral weight and political power.

From Colombia to Brazil: how AI is transforming Latin American elections

Artificial intelligence is transforming Latin American elections, from campaigns and disinformation to electoral management, forcing democracies to adapt urgently.