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Charli McMackin

PhD candidate in International Relations at the London School of Economics. She holds two master’s degrees from the University of Oxford, where she now works as a researcher. She is also an editor at the Latin America Bureau.

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Judge, jury and liberator? Bukele’s changeable plans for conditional release

Bukele softens his plan to release thousands of prisoners amid political and economic pressure, reigniting questions about his motives.

Bukele and indefinite reelection: a point of no return

Bukele's indefinite reelection marks a dangerous turning point for El Salvador, masked by popularity and a fleeting sense of security.

Sheinbaum: a feminist dream forgotten?

Far from ushering in a new era of gender justice, Sheinbaum's administration has overseen devastating budget cuts to women's services.