Instant messaging has become the main digital tool for social and political activism. As its use expands, so do doubts about its confidentiality. Español, Português
To the extent that they overcome the traditional tyranny of space and time, digital platforms are tools for democratizing participation. But their impact on citizen involvement varies considerably. Español, Português
Rethinking representation involves expanding the deliberative community and redefining not only who decides on public issues, but how those decisions are made. Español, Português
El 1 de junio de este año, México se presenta a la jornada electoral más grande de su historia. Se elegirán 3.416 cargos públicos a nivel local y federal, pero los grandes problemas seguirán ahí.
One of the risks of conventional politics is seeing the world through ideas which are subsidiary to a certain, old way of understanding the geography and the geometry of concepts. Español, Português
The fight against corruption in Brazil should imply political reform limiting the influence of economic power on politics, particularly during elections. But without respect for the law, this is impossible. Español, Português
Durante el último mes, pensionistas, mujeres y activistas por el derecho a la vivienda han salido a las calles con un mensaje claro: Quieren que se termine la precariedad que sufren en su día a día. English
The problem with Lula's conviction is the use of criminal proceedings as a political toolset with a long-standing authoritarian agenda. Español Português
The tide is turning for abortion rights in Argentina. Congress is to consider a bill giving women access to legal abortion in the first 14 weeks of pregnancy. Español
The tragic death of Marielle Franco, a black activist against violence in Rio, and a city councilor, fuels fears that the current militarization of security in Brazil is the prelude to a return to its dictatorial past. Spanish Português
Los indígenas americanos se resisten activamente a los ataques de Trump y su administración, y trabajan duro para ejercer sus derechos civiles y humanos en condiciones más difíciles cada día. English
West Papuans have it much harder than Scots or Catalans. In West Papua it is illegal to fly the independence flag. Español
