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In Memory of His Holiness Pope Francis
Monday April 21, 2025
The Pan American Association of Philadelphia joins the world in mourning the passing of His Holiness...
Elections for President in Ecuador
Thursday February 13, 2025
Daniel Noboa, the 37 year old current president of Ecuador, failed to get a plurality of the votes i...
Save the Date: Judge Nelson A. Díaz Professorship Series at Temple Law – Featuring Anthony Romero
Tuesday February 4, 2025
On March 19, 2025, at 4:00 PM, Temple University Beasley School of Law will host the Annual Judge Ne...
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Painting Pigs in Cuba
Despite the warming of relations between the US and Cuba people are still rounded up because of public criticism of the Cuban government. Does this case help the process of normalization? Graffiti artist Maldonado paints names on 2 pigs. Fidel and Raul don’t have a sense of humor.
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Painting Pigs in Cuba
Despite the warming of relations between the US and Cuba people are still rounded up because of public criticism of the Cuban government. Does this case help the process of normalization? Graffiti artist Maldonado paints names on 2 pigs. Fidel and Raul don’t have a sense of humor.
Read More »
Painting Pigs in Cuba
Despite the warming of relations between the US and Cuba people are still rounded up because of public criticism of the Cuban government. Does this case help the process of normalization? Graffiti artist Maldonado paints names on 2 pigs. Fidel and Raul don’t have a sense of humor.
Read More »
Painting Pigs in Cuba
Despite the warming of relations between the US and Cuba people are still rounded up because of public criticism of the Cuban government. Does this case help the process of normalization? Graffiti artist Maldonado paints names on 2 pigs. Fidel and Raul don’t have a sense of humor.
Read More »
China Stumbles in Latin America
The highly touted Chinese economic penetration of Latin America via grandiose construction schemes faces some stark realities. These include political opposition, environmental considerations, as well as growing wariness about China.
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Ecuador's Political Eruption
The populist government of Rafael Correa faces increasing opposition because of its increasing dictatorial ways. Former journalist who was fired describes the situation.
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Panama Canal Expansion
Panama Canal expansion includes bigger locks for more ship capacity. The new technology eliminates the old electric mules, causing safety concerns. Where will they get enough water for the larger locks?
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Jimmy Carter
Former president of Brazil, Fernando Henrique Cardoso, comments on President carter’s affection for Latin America.
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On the Agenda: Cuba
Restoring full diplomatic relations with Cuba will require addressing a number of questions. Among them are Guantanamo, compensation for property, ending the embargo, appointing an ambassador, cooperation on counternarcotics, and protecting the environment.
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Can Republicans Attract Latinos?
Article argues that “a moderate-sounding approach to immigration could take the rough edges off the party’s image, reduce Latino opposition to it and diminish the issue as a Democratic Party advantage.”
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