The story of my first legal action in Latin America, a claim to recover the security deposit for an apartment in Lima, Peru.
Tag: government
Why Venezuela is More Like Syria than Cuba
Explaining why I think Venezuela will see a dictator in its transition whether it be toward a market economy or further state control.
Non-Profit Work in Colombia: Easy Money?
The founder of an NGO in Colombia explains two of the top territory hazards of trying to make a difference.
Understanding Fujimorismo in Peru
A look at the enduring popularity of Alberto Fujimori and how it has propelled Keiko Fujimori to Peru’s runoff for president in 2016 elections.
The ‘Terrorist’ vs. ‘Activist’ Debate in Peru
Breaking down the overblown debate on the Associated Press’ use of the word “activist” to describe MRTA collaborator Lori Berenson.
Sex Tourism, Free Speech and Cuba Dave in a Costa Rica Prison
Whoremonger David Strecker, a.k.a. “Cuba Dave,” is locked up in Costa Rica for promoting sex tourism. Strecker’s case raises questions of free speech in Latin America.
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