Despite mediocre growth, political risk is declining and cautious optimism is increasingly warranted.
Democracy & Elections
Latin America in 2024: Five Trends to Watch
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Oliver Stuenkel
Meet the Candidates: Dominican Republic
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Emilie Sweigart
Incumbent Luis Abinader leads in the polls ahead of the Dominican Republic's 2024 elections on May 19.
Meet the Candidates: Venezuela
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José Enrique Arrioja
Venezuela's elections are in doubt as the country prepares to vote in 2024.
2024 Elections in Latin America: A Preview
The Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Mexico, Panama, Uruguay, and—probably—Venezuela will pick presidents while Latinos will help decide the U.S. outcome.
Democracy Dialogues: Conversations with Latin America Leaders
Watch a recap of top moments from this series featuring key figures unraveling the complexities and charting the future course of hemispheric democracy.
Luis Abinader: The (Rare) Popular Incumbent
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Nick Burns
Elected on an anti-corruption platform, the Dominican Republic’s president is bucking a regionwide trend.
What Milei and Bolsonaro Supporters May Have in Common
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Pablo Ortellado
A survey taken at rallies in Buenos Aires and São Paulo points to shared ideas on issues like human rights and welfare programs.