The interns analyze how U.S. intervention in Latin American affairs impacted social, political, and economic development in the region throughout history.
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The Venezuela Crisis: Juan Guido vs. Nicolás Maduro
As the Venezuelan crisis deepens, Dakota Bewley investigates the roots of the problem and Venezuela’s status as a ‘petro-state.’
Does Venezuela Need to Completely Collapse Before We Care?-Part 1
Part I of this article discusses the conditions that set off the economic crisis in Venezuela
Harrowing Stories from the Streets of Venezuela
I recently was put in contact with a few journalists from Venezuela to explain what life is like there during these volatile times. This is what they had to say.
Why is Venezuela in Crisis?
As protests continue and death tolls climb in Venezuela, Farah Bogani outlines what you need to know about the crisis.
Who to Trust in Latin American Politics? Part 2
This is the second in a two-part series exploring corruption in the politics of Latin America. This article touches on the depth of recent corruption scandals in Latin America. The bid for the construction of the 2016 Olympic Village and over US $10 billion in other contracts were won by Brazil’s top engineering firm, […]
Exploring the Effects of Economic Instability in Venezuela
Venezuela’s economy and people face disaster amid a currency crisis, food and medical shortages, and a dangerous security situation. Mitchell Haid examines the severity of Venezuela’s problems and what the government is doing about it.
What’s Going on in Venezuela?
Andi Asimetaj examines Venezuela’s turmoil that has caused social, political, and economical unrest.
What’s in Store for Venezuela?
Why are people starving in Venezuela? Jeyolyn Christi explores the current food crisis plaguing millions in the country, and what the international community is or isn’t doing about it.
Venezuela: In the Midst of a Political and Economic Crisis
Venezuela is quickly heading in the direction of a failed state and the Organization of American States is looking expel it. Kristyn Byrne discusses the internal economic and political crises taking place in Venezuela today and what they may mean for the future of Venezuela’s membership in the OAS.