LATIN AMERICAN POLITICS AND SOCIETY
Scope & Guideline
Advancing Understanding of Societal Change in Latin America
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Political Institutions and Governance:
The journal examines the structure and functioning of political institutions in Latin America, including presidential systems, legislative dynamics, and electoral processes, with a focus on how these elements impact governance and democracy. - Social Movements and Civil Society:
Research explores the role of social movements, civil society organizations, and grassroots activism in shaping political outcomes, addressing issues of representation, inequality, and social justice. - State Violence and Crime:
The journal addresses the intersection of state violence, organized crime, and drug trafficking, particularly in the context of the War on Drugs and its implications for security and human rights. - Identity Politics and Social Inequality:
A significant focus on race, ethnicity, and gender issues, examining how identity politics influence political behavior, public policy, and social inequality across various Latin American contexts. - Economic Policies and Development:
The journal critically assesses economic policies, neoliberal reforms, and their socio-political implications in Latin America, including the impact of global economic trends on local governance.
Trending and Emerging
- Political Polarization and Populism:
A significant increase in research focusing on political polarization, populism, and their effects on democratic processes signifies a growing concern over the stability of political systems in various Latin American countries. - Impact of Social Media on Politics:
Emerging studies on the role of social media in shaping political discourse, public opinion, and mobilization reflect the increasing importance of digital platforms in contemporary political engagement. - Environmental Politics and Governance:
Research on environmental issues, particularly regarding resource extraction and climate change governance, is on the rise, highlighting the intersection of environmental concerns with political and social rights. - Health Politics and Pandemic Responses:
The COVID-19 pandemic has spurred a new wave of research focusing on health governance, public policy responses, and the political implications of health crises in Latin America. - Gender and Sexuality in Politics:
There is a noticeable increase in scholarship addressing gender and sexuality issues within political contexts, particularly in relation to rights movements and representation in governance.
Declining or Waning
- Neoliberalism and Economic Policy Critique:
Research explicitly critiquing neoliberal economic policies has seen a reduction, possibly reflecting a shift towards examining more nuanced or alternative economic frameworks in the region. - Historical Analysis of Political Regimes:
There seems to be less emphasis on historical analyses of past political regimes, such as authoritarianism or transitions from dictatorship, as contemporary issues take precedence in the discourse. - Comparative Politics Beyond Latin America:
The journal has shown a decrease in articles comparing Latin American politics with other regions, which may indicate a narrowing focus on intra-regional dynamics rather than broader comparative studies.
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