Latin America Embraces Palestine
Since December, Brazil, Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Guyana, Paraguay and Peru have all recognised Palestine as an independent state. This is another indication of the growing independence from the USA of much of Latin America.
Latin America: Carlos Mesa looks at political transition
In a talk at the London School of Economics (available as a podcast), former Bolivian President Carlos Mesa looks at political transitions in Latin America.
BABETTE’S FEAST FOR THE DISPOSSESSED: WHY THE FUTURE OF CHAVISMO MATTERS
Chavismo put the barrios on the map and gave their inhabitants a sense of pride.
WHAT FUTURE FOR THE BOLIVARIAN REVOLUTION?
Are the revolutions roots deep enough to stand the test of time? (Video)
Latin America and Gaddafi
How can Latin America's 'revolutionary' leaders support Gaddafi? Those who came to power on the back of mass democratic movements cannot deny Libyans the right to topple a dictator, says Mike Gonzalez.
Venezuela: democracy functioning
The Venezuela election was not a major blow to Hugo Chávez. It shows politics is working properly again. Mark Weisbrot reports.
Colombia and Venezuela — new era of collaboration
Colombia's President Santos and Venezuela's President Chávez are collaborating in combatting the FARC and controlling smuggling.
Venezuela: the social transformation
Since he came to office in 1999, Hugo Chávez has become increasingly radical in his social policies. In a special article for LAB, Rachel Boothroyd looks as whether he has, indeed, managed to transform the country, as he promised.
Venezuela: what now?
Hugo Chávez has won again, and has promised to consolidate his revolution. But this means better, more transparent governance and improvements to his policy-making capacity.