Dividing the spoils

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The October 2006 presidential election in Brazil is a milestone for democracy in the country, marking 22 years of civilian regime, but the election is likely to generate more cynicism than hope. President Luis Inacio 'Lula' da Silva is poised to win a reelection, but the prospects for meaningful political change are murky and, unlike his last victory, his next victory would be marking the conduct of business as usual for the division of the political system's spoils.

Brazil, Elections, Presidents, Presidential elections, Lula da Silva, Luiz Inacio

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Equality, poverty, democracy

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Issues related to the development of democracy in Latin America are examined, focusing on the impact poverty and population trends have on the chances of democracy throughout the continent. Topics include a 36% poverty rate and 21st-century implications of the fact that about 33% of Latin Americans are under 15 years of age.

Latin America, Poverty, Population

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Struggle for the global soul

Article Abstract:

The number of developments required to achieve democracy, stability and viability in Iraq and Afghanistan are listed. The Iraqi resistance has dealt a serious blow to the U.S. neo-conservatives agenda and put them on the defensive.

Iraq, Influence, Political systems

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