The Dangers Of U.S. Military Intervention In Venezuela
American military intervention in Venezuela would make the situation in that country worse, not better.
Juan Guaidó Won’t Rule Out U.S. Intervention In Venezuela, But Americans Should
The self-appointed Acting President of Venezuela has said he doesn’t rule out the idea of American intervention in his country, but we should rule it out immediately.
Venezuelan Crisis Enters A New Stage
The situation in Venezuela entered a new stage yesterday as opposition leader Juan Guaidó claimed the nation’s Presidency.
Carlos Sanchez, Who Portrayed Coffee Icon Juan Valdez, Dies At 83
Carlos Sanchez, who portrayed Juan Valdez the unofficial ambassador of Colombian coffee for some 30 years, has died at the age of 83.
Democracy and Institutional Design III: Towards a More Complex Discussion of Democracy
Part III is here (a lot sooner than Part II was).
Republicans Intent On ‘Plowing Right Through’ Kavanuagh Nomination
Republicans have set a Judiciary Committee vote for less than a day after hearing from Christine Blasey Ford and Judge Brett Kavanaugh.
India’s Supreme Court Strikes Down Colonial Era Anti-Gay Law
A significant advance for LGBT rights in the world’s most populous democracy.
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro Targeted In Apparent Assassination Attempt
Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro survived an apparent, albeit amateurish, assassination attempt yesterday in what could be a sign of underlying instability in Venezuela.
Trump Once Again Reveals His Horrible Foreign Policy Instincts
Donald Trump had to be talked down from considering military intervention in Venezuela.
Anthony Kennedy’s Right to Retire
A thoughtful liberal argues the Justice has “altered and destroyed his legacy” by allowing Donald Trump to appoint his successor.
Populist Wins Landslide In Mexican Presidential Race
Andrés Manuel López Obrador, a populist from the left, rode a wave of populism and public disdain for the outgoing President to a landslide win in Mexico
Tough Talk on Drugs is Empty Talk
President Trump is not being bold on drugs. Instead, he is just recycling old, failed idea.
A Photo for Friday: “The Plaza de Bolívar”
A photo in honor of Colombian congressional elections this weekend.
Trump Administration Admits 2018 Elections Are Vulnerable To More Russian Interference
Administration officials are admitting that it’s likely that Russia will try to interfere in the midterm elections just as it did in 2016, but they don’t seem inclined to do anything about it.
The FARC Makes the Official Transition to Political Party
A key step in the Colombian peace process.
Joe Lieberman For F.B.I Director?
For some reason, Joe Lieberman is apparently the front-runner to replace James Comey at the F.B.I.
A “Republic v. Democracy” Lexicon
Concepts, basic applications, and even a bibliography! Merry Festivus, everyone.
Mitt Romney Said To Be Top Contender For Secretary Of State
Mitt Romney and Donald Trump became bitter rivals for the soul of the GOP in 2016, but Romney appears to be at the top of Trump’s list for the nation’s top diplomat.
Colombia’s Vote for Peace
Today Colombians got to the polls to vote in a plebiscite on the FARC peace accord.
One Major Step Closer to Peace in Colombia
The final major piece of the negotiations between the FARC and the Colombian government appears to be in place.
The Horror of War and the Challenge of Peace in Colombia
If Colombia makes peace, the post-conflict era will be rife with challenges.
New Report Finds Widespread Failures At The Secret Service
A new report finds that the problems at the Secret Service are far deeper than previously known.
Mexico’s Supreme Court Opens The Door To Marijuana Legalization
A decision from Mexico’s Supreme Court has opened the door to legalization of marijuana south of the border, but it’s likely to proceed much slower than in the United States or Canada.
