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Governance and the Rule of Law

The advancement of democracy in Latin America has unleashed political, economic, and social dynamism, while weak political institutions and legal systems continue to plague the region. Institute activities in this area might include research and policy recommendations on governance and short courses on best practices for civil servants and politicians.

Publications

Events

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Jul
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2026

The Making of Mexico: Revolution, Reform, and Transformation

Relations between the United States and Mexico have entered uncharted waters, as President Trump abandons many of the informal agreements that had underpinned the countries’ interactions for decades. At this critical juncture, Pamela Starr has written a new book explaining the informal rules of

Videos

El estado de la democracia en Colombia (Video)

June 23, 2026

Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes

El estado de la democracia en Perú (Video)

June 9, 2026

Duration: 1 hour 2 minutes

El estado de la democracia en America Latina (Video)

May 26, 2026

Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes