The worldwide rise of populism coupled with the Pink Tide as the leftist movement in Latin America has become known has positioned Latin America at the forefront of international political debate. But is the Pink Tide the result of a handful of charismatic individuals leading an ideological challenge to liberal democracy? Can it really be that simple? In Latin America s Leaders, Rut Diamint and Laura Tedesco offer a close look at these questions, revealing the deeper complexities at work in the political transitions of the region.
Based on exclusive interviews with over four...

The worldwide rise of populism coupled with the Pink Tide as the leftist movement in Latin America has become known has positioned Latin America at the forefront of international political debate. But is the Pink Tide the result of a handful of charismatic individuals leading an ideological challenge to liberal democracy? Can it really be that simple? In Latin America s Leaders, Rut Diamint and Laura Tedesco offer a close look at these questions, revealing the deeper complexities at work in the political transitions of the region.
Based on exclusive interviews with over four...