Summary
The article discusses the power struggles in Latin America, focusing on events from the late 1990s to the present. It looks at how different leaders and international influences, including the United States and China, have impacted the region's politics and democracy.
Key Facts
- The "pink tide" refers to the rise of left-leaning leaders like Hugo Chavez in Venezuela.
- Brazil has seen political shifts from Luiz Ignacio Lula da Silva to Jair Bolsonaro.
- The United States has been involved in regional politics, including support for Colombia’s Alvaro Uribe.
- In January 2026, the U.S. attacked Venezuela and took President Nicolas Maduro.
- China’s influence in the region is increasing, affecting local politics.
- The region faces challenges from corruption, drug-trafficking, and migration crises.
- Latin America’s political future involves navigating pressures from both domestic and international forces.
