The chaos laid the groundwork for the rise of Bukele, a man who once described himself as “the world’s coolest dictator.” And ...

The film "The Gospel of Revolution" traces liberation theology's history of inspiring social movements in Latin America to seek economic and social balance through policies that prioritized the poor.

U.S. imperialism is now being deployed at home. Look to Latin America for clues on what might come next and effective ...

Remember, if you will, Jan. 20, 2025 — a date that already feels like ancient history as the country enters its 12th week of President Trump’s wild ride.

Much of the US-Latin America relationship, however, has been fraternal. As Grandin conveys, it was particularly cordial under the Democrats Woodrow Wilson (1913-21) and Franklin D Roosevelt (1933-45).

It offers a groundbreaking 500 year history that shows how the United States’ identity and historical self-understanding are inseparable from those of Latin America—and in turn, it offers a ...

Many University of Florida students walk through the halls of Smathers Library without realizing they are just steps away ...

While this appears to be a huge departure in US foreign policy towards Latin America, the US has had a long history of invading, meddling, supporting coups and offering clandestine support to ...

The interdisciplinary minor in Latin American Studies (LAS) provides students with an understanding of the culture, society, and history of the nations of the Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking peoples ...

For one McMaster University student, a unique course on the Black history of Latin America has made her feel closer to her roots. Myra Delgado, 19, is Afro-Latina.

The Austin, Texas theater company, Proyecto Teatro, aims to promote and preserve Latin American culture. Its latest project is helping redefine Latin American history. Journey Love Taylor of our ...

Over 768 pages, Grandin gives us the sweep of history: the bloodshed of colonization, the movements for independence, manifest destiny in the U.S. and caudillo rule in Latin America, a pair of ...