My latest piece on Caracas Chronicles explains why President Pedro Pablo Kuczynski is leading the region in calling for regime change in Venezuela.
Category: latin america
Ear-Piercing Age in Gringo vs. Latin Culture
A look at various comments from gringos and Latinos — as well as hybrids — about when is the appropriate age for girls to have their ears pierced.
Will Trump Go for an Easy Win in Venezuela?
An analysis of what President Donald Trump may have planned for socialist dictator President Nicolas Maduro’s regime in Venezuela.
Corruption: NOT Business as Usual in Latin America
A look at the major shift in attitudes toward public corruption in Latin America.
The Power of Public Shame in Latin America
An anecdote on how to treat that proverbial line-jumper in Peru or greater Latin America.
‘Economic War’ from Allende’s Chile to Chavista Venezuela
Excerpts from Isabel Allende’s novel, “The House of the Spirits,” serve as an excellent look at what inspires socialists’ alleged “economic wars.”
Reggaeton Roundup 2016
A 2016 reggaeton playlist featuring Arcangel, Bad Bunny, Los de la Nazza, Alexio, Daddy Yankee, Ozuna, Lui-G 21 Plus, Nicky Jam, Crazy Design and Carlitos Wey.
One is the New Two in Latin America
Explaining the trend of shrinking family size in Latin America’s emerging middle class. One child is the new normal.
The Expat-Immigrant Debate
My opinion that the terminology difference between “expat” and “immigrant” is not racist, but economic.
Spanish-Language Songs for Children
A playlist of Spanish-language songs for children featuring Canciones de la Granja and classics like Pulgarcito and Don Pepito Verdulero.
The Battle for Venezuela Begins
Explaining how Venezuela’s political crisis is now a “warm war” with highlights from the first day.
CDMX: Why Your Next Vacation Should be Mexico
Over 300 pictures of Mexico City’s top tourist attractions including Zocalo, Teotihuacan, Basilica de Guadalupe, Coyoacan, Xochimilco, Chapultepec and more.
