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Politics

Perverted democracies

Some Latin American regimes maintain voting rights while eliminating opposition. Are these really democracies, or just perverted versions of them?

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.

The ranking of lies and the vice presidency

The vice presidency in Latin America often leads to division, not unity. Is it time to eliminate it altogether? Chile and Mexico may point the way.

‘Outsiders’: A global wave with Latin American lessons

Latin America experienced the emergence of outsiders in politics before the rest of the world as a response to citizen frustration and the erosion of traditional parties. What is still surprising in other countries has become routine in the region and offers insight to understand the current challenges of global democracy.

The unpopularity paradox: when fighting corruption is more damaging than hiding it

Effective anti-corruption efforts bring to light schemes that were previously invisible, causing an artificial increase in the perception of the problem.

The political consequences of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner’s prison sentence

The Justicialist Party was destabilized ahead of the important parliamentary elections in October.