The Americas Politics

Brazilian President Embraces Protesters' Cause
June 18 2013 10:44 PM

Brazilian President Dilma Rousseff says that she has heard the people's message.
Occupy Maracanã: Has The World Cup Ever Helped Its Host Country?
June 18 2013 4:38 PM

Protesters in Brazil have been accusing their government of using social funds to pay for the World Cup. Who is the event really benefiting?
2013 Brazil Protests: Protesters Storm City Streets In Protest Against Government
June 18 2013 11:39 AM

Brazilians filled the street of Brazil's major cities in protest against government corruption. Here's a look into the situation in photos.
Brazil World Cup - Activists Replace Official Website With Protest Video
June 18 2013 10:46 AM

On June 17, the official Brazil World Cup website was hacked by activists and replaced by footage from protests throughout Brazil.
Brazilians Protest Corruption, High Taxes In Biggest Protest In Decades
June 18 2013 2:07 AM

Nationwide protests have swept Brazil, as people vent their frustration over heavy taxes and poor public services.
Mexico On Track To End Pemex Monopoly: President Nieto
June 17 2013 3:45 PM

Nieto has vowed to push ahead with Pemex reforms that could open Mexican energy business to outsiders.
Brazil’s Violent Protests Hit Where It Hurts: Soccer Stadiums
June 17 2013 2:02 PM

After a week of demonstrations, Brazilians have started to target some of the most important buildings in the soccer-crazed country.
2013 Brazil Protests: A Photojournalist's Perspective
June 17 2013 12:55 PM

Michel De Souza shot stills and video simultaneously to capture moments of the ongoing protests in the streets of Brazil.
Brazilian Protests Against Rise In Bus Fares Turn Violent
June 14 2013 5:34 PM

After the government announced an increase in the price of bus tickets, Brazilians took the streets.
Will Bolivia Regain Access To The Sea?
June 14 2013 12:58 PM

After losing its coastal territory in 1904, Bolivia wants access to the sea. Will Chile agree to President Evo Morales' demands?
Morris The Cat Runs For Mayor In Mexico
June 14 2013 8:51 AM

Two students in the Mexican city of Xalapa founded a mock campaign for a cat that is "running" for mayor in an upcoming election.
Senate Votes 82-15 To Begin Immigration Reform Debate
June 11 2013 3:56 PM

Senators will now begin changing the immigration status quo, as they voted 82-15 to begin debate on the reform bill.

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