LATIN AMERICAN POLITICS AND SOCIETY

Scope & Guideline

Innovating Perspectives on Governance and Community

Introduction

Immerse yourself in the scholarly insights of LATIN AMERICAN POLITICS AND SOCIETY with our comprehensive guidelines detailing its aims and scope. This page is your resource for understanding the journal's thematic priorities. Stay abreast of trending topics currently drawing significant attention and explore declining topics for a full picture of evolving interests. Our selection of highly cited topics and recent high-impact papers is curated within these guidelines to enhance your research impact.
LanguageEnglish
ISSN1531-426x
PublisherCAMBRIDGE UNIV PRESS
Support Open AccessNo
CountryUnited States
TypeJournal
Convergefrom 2001 to 2024
AbbreviationLAT AM POLIT SOC / Latin Amer. Polit. Soc.
Frequency4 issues/year
Time To First Decision-
Time To Acceptance-
Acceptance Rate-
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AddressEDINBURGH BLDG, SHAFTESBURY RD, CB2 8RU CAMBRIDGE, ENGLAND

Aims and Scopes

The journal "Latin American Politics and Society" seeks to provide a comprehensive analysis of the political dynamics, social transformations, and governance challenges faced by Latin American countries. Its research emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches that blend political science, sociology, law, and economics to explore how historical contexts shape contemporary issues in the region.
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
Recent publications in "Latin American Politics and Society" indicate a shift towards emerging themes that reflect the evolving socio-political landscape in Latin America. This section outlines the trending themes that are gaining traction in academic discourse.
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. 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

While the journal has maintained a robust focus on various critical themes, certain areas of research appear to be declining in prominence based on recent publications. This section highlights these waning themes and their implications for future research.
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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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