The root cause of Central American migration? The United States
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What’s new? Three years after the government responded to massive protests with a lethal crackdown, killing hundreds and displacing thousands, Nicaragua approaches its November presidential and legislative elections in a climate of extreme polarisation. State persecution of the fragmented opposition and fears of a skewed election persist amid a prolonged economic slump.
Why does it matter? Although protests have waned since 2019, the grievances underlying the uprising remain unaddressed. Disquiet has grown over President Daniel Ortega’s remoteness and increasingly authoritarian rule. A fraught election could further isolate the government internationally and rekindle domestic unrest.
What should be done? The government should reverse reforms that tilt the playing field and agree with the opposition on measures to ensure a fair poll, while committing to political coexistence after the elections. Foreign powers should push Ortega to run a clean vote and encourage dialogue a
A new article examines President Biden s latest moves and policies regarding immigrants flocking to its southern border - and whether it boosts or actually slows down immigration.
Aviva Chomsky is a history professor and coordinator of Latin American studies at Massachusetts Salem State University. She is also a contributor to TomDispatch, an online publication. Her latest piece, Will Biden s Central America Plan Slow Immigration Or Speed it up? appearing on the online news portal Salon.com.
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Hopeful Americans watched as Joe Biden ascended into the presidency, watching his every move, including his contradicting positions on immigration and the US Central American neighbors. He has promised, through the Biden Plan to Build Security and Prosperity in Partnership with the People of Central America, to reverse the draconian anti-immigrant policies put into place by his predecessor Donald Trump.