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.

This electoral process is of crucial importance since, according to the Electoral Law, presidential elections are defined in the first round by a simple majority.

The social participation of refugees and migrants has become a central issue in debates on integration policies in host countries. Recognizing that these individuals contribute economically, politically, socially, and culturally to the places where they live—and that many intend to stay—it is essential that their voices, needs, experiences, and contributions are considered in decisions that affect their lives and the communities that welcome them. This is not merely about symbolic presence in dialogue spaces but about the ability to influence decision-making in environments shared with local citizens, positioning them as active participants in the political and social processes of the countries they help build. Best practices in social integration highlight the importance of including measures that encourage the active participation of refugees and migrants in the broader set of public policies aimed at promoting their full integration. In recent decades, Brazil has stood out for its policies on the reception and...