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When the quality of politicians becomes irrelevant

In a post-democratic era, political leadership quality is increasingly sidelined by structural factors, social discontent, and media consultants.

From Uruguay to the world: The last goodbye to José Mujica

As voices emerge that threaten the survival of democracy, the challenge is to keep alive the legacy of those who learned that intolerance will never be the solution.

In Peru, under every stone lies a political party

In the Andean country, a record level of party fragmentation has been made official: a total of 43 political parties have been authorized to run for the presidency in the upcoming elections.

When Politics Becomes a Couple’s Project

Latin America has been fertile ground for power couples exercising power together, from autocracies or succession in the presidency to candidacies to reach the highest leadership positions.

Are all authoritarian leaders the same?

The rise of authoritarianism in the world cannot be viewed as a homogeneous phenomenon. The detailed study of cases allows for an objective and concrete delineation of the reality we are observing.

How much does a kilo of bread cost? The perception of reality in the political world

The lack of a sense of reality and doctrinal obstinacy not only affect politicians but society as a whole and, ultimately, the quality of democracy.