"Take inspiration from Lula’s victory over far-right hate, from the mass movements who mobilised against Bolsonaro, and from Lula himself – fighting from a prison cell to the presidential office."
Tag: Latin America
Lula leads the first round of the Brazilian Presidential election – but fears grow of Bolsonaro power-grab
"After the first round of the Brazilian election, Lula da Silva leads with 48.5% of the vote equating to over 57 million votes. This is the second best PT first round performance in history and gives Lula a strong lead going into the second round on October 30th."
Strong support for Brazil’s Lula shown at Labour Party Conference
During Labour Party conference, over a hundred activists joined speakers from across Latin America to express solidarity with the region's left movements.
Cuba: End the Blockade
"Despite Biden’s campaign promises the blockade remains in place, and recent announcements to reverse some of Trump’s policies have yet to be implemented."
Bolivia’s social progress shows a better way is possible
"Across Latin America, the left is leading the fight to protect and maintain the social progress made during the first ‘pink tide’. One of the clearest examples of this can be found in contemporary Bolivia."
Labour and Latin American Sovereignty – Dr Francisco Dominguez
The left has elected presidents in Mexico, Argentina, Bolivia, Honduras, Peru, Chile, and now in Colombia, but... is still subjected to hostile acts of aggression by the US and its Atlantic accomplices, including the UK.
The disappearance of the Ayotzinapa 43 and Mexican Justice
The 2014 disappearance of 43 students in Ayotzinapa has been declared a "state crime" and a "cover-up at the highest level." A victory for the families but the fight for justice continues.
Bolivia’s inspirational education progress proves a better world is possible
“The achievements generated through both the Morales and Arce-led MAS government’s educational policies despite overwhelming material difficulties offer a crucial example of an education system forged for all.”
Win or lose, a watershed moment for abortion rights in Chile
"Win or lose, the Constitutional Convention & the mass movement that brought it about mark a watershed moment in Chilean history."
¡Viva la solidaridad! Latin America’s Left Leads the Way
A special international line-up was joined by hundreds of solidarity activists for "¡Viva la solidaridad! Latin America's Left Leads the Way" - a celebration of progressive victories across the region.