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Explainer: The Latin American Left Reacts to Venezuela’s Electoral Crisis

The democratic left’s approach is shaped by a generational shift within the broader leftist movements, whose young progressives center democracy, social justice, and human rights over traditional left-wing solidarity.

“Four Ways the U.S. Can Help Advance Haiti’s Progress” by Georges Fauriol

“Claudia Sheinbaum’s Fork in the Road: Autocracy or Rule of Law” by Jorge Mariscal

“Afro-descendants in the Private Sector: Barriers and Solutions” by        the High-Level Working Group            on Afro-Colombian Inclusion

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January 29, 2024

Cali mayor Alejandro Eder and representatives of the Colombian embassy met with GA leadership, as well as representatives from the U.S. Department of Defense and Perry Center, to discuss GA’s Afro-Colombian initiative as well as his meetings with the U.S. government and IDB.

DECEMBER 15, 2023

GA Senior Fellow Scott MacDonald moderated the conversation between GA Visiting Fellow Ivelaw Griffith; Amb. Riyad Insanally, Fellow at the Caribbean Policy Consortium; and Paula Gomes Moreira, Research Collaborator at the Institute for Applied Economic Research (IPEA) in Brazil.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

In partnership with the Inter-American Dialogue, GA hosted Ecuadorian President-elect Daniel Noboa to discuss his policy priorities, such as maintaining a strong U.S.-Ecuador partnership, addressing the public security crisis, creating employment opportunities, and improving the nation’s socioeconomic landscape.

Expert Commentary

The Economic Implications of Donald Trump’s and Kamala Harris’ Economic Policies on Latin America
The economic platforms of both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris present challenges for Latin America, with differing implications depending on the country and the sector.
Claudia Sheinbaum’s Fork in the Road: Autocracy or Rule of Law
Sheinbaum can either lead Mexico on the road to autocracy, or she can dial back her predecessor’s agenda, employing restraint in the exercise of power ...
Chinese Science Diplomacy and Communication in Latin America and the Caribbean
If the United States is serious about being Latin America and the Caribbean’s preferred partner, it needs to deepen its own engagement and communication strategy.

Next Generation Commentary

Gen Z: The Polarization Generation
Gen Z is a polarized generation without strong party affiliations, making it an attractive target for extreme, anti-establishment candidates.
Lula’s Green Promise: Will He Restore the Amazon?
Two years after his election, while conservation reforms have been implemented, skepticism remains regarding the fulfillment of Lula’s ambitious promises.
Boric’s Lithium Strategy: Will It Backfire?
While increased state participation in Chile's lithium industry aims to maximize national benefits, the potential downsides must not be overlooked.

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