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LatAm in Focus: Latin America in the Spotlight in 2026
December 18, 2025
/ Carin Zissis / Luisa Leme

Past guests rejoin us to share what to watch in the year ahead. Plus, the OAS’ Gerardo de Icaza covers polarization’s impact on elections.

Democracy & Elections
Americas Quarterly
A Roadmap for Venezuela’s Future Transition
December 17, 2025
/ Ryan Berg, Kimberly Breier

The U.S. should prepare humanitarian assistance and take other steps to help support a free Venezuela, two experts write.

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A voter card in Peru. (AP)
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2026 Presidential Elections in Latin America: A Preview
December 17, 2025
/ Chase Harrison / Luisa Leme / Khalea Robertson / Carin Zissis

Brazil, Colombia, Costa Rica, Haiti, and Peru plan to elect presidents in 2026. Learn about candidates and issues in each country.

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El nuevo vecindario de América Latina que recibirá a Kast
December 16, 2025
/ Marta Quinteros

El movimiento hacia la derecha se debe a que la gente "quiere cambio, quieren mejor vida", dice Susan Segal de AS/COA a La Tercera. 

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José Antonio Kast (C) at his victory rally. (AP)
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AS/COA Insider: Susan Segal on José Antonio Kast's Presidential Victory in Chile
December 15, 2025

"Kast gave a unifying acceptance speech that stressed rule of law and democratic values," said AS/COA’s CEO and president.

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REACTION: What José Antonio Kast’s Victory Means for Chile
December 15, 2025
/ AQ Editors

The right-wing former legislator won the presidency with a commanding 58% in the December 14 runoff.

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Americas Quarterly
Costa Rica: Meet the Candidates 2026
December 12, 2025
/ Miranda Mazariegos

Public security tops voters’ concerns ahead of the February 1 election.

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