Paraguay — growing inequality*
June 22 marks the third anniversary of the overthrow of Fernando Lugo, the president who seemed to offer new hope to the country. What has changed over these years?
Brazil – serious setback on children’s rights looms
The Brazilian Congress, now dominated by the right, may soon vote to lower the age of criminal responsibility from 18 to 16.
Colombia: Victims show the way to lasting peace
Victims of Colombia's conflict delivered an uncompromising message to peace negotiators in Havana.
Colombia: legal uncertainty over gay rights
Despite legislation guaranteeing equal rights to LGBT couples, the battle for the acceptance of same-sex marriage and adoption is far from won.
Chile: President Bachelet’s reform agenda
In her second term as president, Michelle Bachelet seems in a hurry to push through wide-ranging reforms, despite opposition in Congress and a dip in her popularity ratings
Brazil: The Débâcle of the PT
The Workers' Party (PT) under President Dilma Rouseff has suffered a devastating blow, which will damage the left for years, argues a leading Brazilian analyst.
El Salvador: election even stevens
No party emerges a clear winner from the March 1 National Assembly and mayoral elections
Brazil – the death of the PT
Bernardo Kucinski argues "The PT is certainly finished. Perhaps a new left will emerge from the cinders but I have my doubts."
Spain: why Venezuela is toxic for Podemos
How the media use Venezuela links to attack the left, in Spain, Peru and Mexico
Argentina — the Madres are still walking round the Plaza
With a new play about Argentina's 'disappeared' opening in London later this month, LAB brings you an exclusive interview with one of the leading Madres.