The Bolivarian crisis: Is Latin America’s “pink tide” receding?
Two hundred years after Simón Bolívar decreed slavery's end, the modern-day leftist movement named for him appears to be stalling across Latin America.
Ex-dictator, others sentenced in Argentina for "Operation Condor" crimes
A court in Buenos Aires convicted General Reynaldo Bignone and 14 other officers of crimes against humanity committed during the "Dirty War" of 1976-83.
"There is hope": Asamblea Morena reaffirms its social movement roots
In its May 10 assembly in Seattle, Mexican left political movement Morena came together to form a plan for unity and solidarity with the immigrants' rights movement.
Vietnam navigates global competition, free trade in quest for development
30 years into a program of "renewal" of its socialist system, Vietnam faces a world dominated by free trade agreements, competition, and global capital.
Socialism plus markets: Vietnam’s chosen path
Three decades ago, Vietnam embarked on what it calls a "renewal" process that brought rapid development after years of war, famine, and poverty.
Venezuela’s socialist government, besieged, finds worldwide support
They are dealing with inflation, difficulties in importing goods, falling oil prices, and worsening economic recession.
Prime Minister of Iceland forced out over Panama Papers connection
Thousands of protestors packed the square outside Gunnlaugsson's office and coated the windows with thrown yogurt.
China’s new five-year plan could leave workers behind
Workers hit the streets last week demanding back pay and to protest against wage cuts and the possibility of unemployment.
Respect for human rights is best weapon against terrorism
As long as social and economic problems remain unresolved, and youth unemployment remains high, measures solely based on security are doomed to fail.
Are Europe’s left victories a triumph or a trap?
Over the past year, left and center-left parties have taken control of two European countries and hold the balance of power in a third.
