Latin America

Mexico's Democracy at Risk: Luis Ugalde in Conversation with Eduardo Garcia

March 19, 2026

April 23, 2026 | 3:30 - 5 PM | 223 Philosophy Hall
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Mexico's democracy is experiencing profound changes following a constitutional amendment affecting the independence of the country's judicial branch. Concerns are rising about its autonomous institutions, including the electoral system, falling into the government's hands. Join IIS in examining these changes and the dangers facing Mexico's democracy and economic development.

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February 5 with Prof. Denise Dresser: Mexico, Venezuela and the U.S. in the Era of Democratic Backsliding and the “Donroe” Doctrine

January 23, 2026

February 5, 2026 | 4:00 - 5:30 PM | 223 Philosophy Hall

Denise Dresser is an academic, public intellectual, columnist, and activist. Her work focuses on Mexican democratization, corruption, the construction of citizenship, and political economy issues from a comparative perspective.

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February 10: "Who's Flying This Thing?" Thoughts on U.S. military action in Venezuela, the “Donroe” Doctrine, and U.S. relations with Latin America

January 16, 2026

February 10, 2026 | 12:00 - 1:30 PM | 223 Philosophy Hall

After a career of federal service as a Marine Corps pilot and American diplomat, and with long experience in journalism and the not-for-profit sector, Ambassador Feeley possesses a unique view on both the tactics and strategic thinking of the Trump Administration. His critical observations stem from principle, experience and a firm belief that national security affairs and American interests should always incorporate technocratic expertise, independent of political leadership.

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