September 30, 2010 will be remembered as a historic day in Latin American and Ecuadorian history. The twice-democratically-elected government has survived a coup d’état, but the pattern of force pervades the continent, writes Leo Codutti from Argentina.
Augusto Pinochet
Chile is shattered but not broken
The Chile earthquake brings back memories of Augusto Pinochet, with missing people, confusion and curfews on the streets and anxious tales of social upheaval, writes Santiago local Alberto Fuguet.
North polls, south polls: how the world votes in 2010
Not all countries shut down for January. Australia’s politicians may be still on holiday, but the world’s 2010 elections are already under way.
Lessons in History: Disappearing politicians
Those holding civic office have had a distinct tendency to wander off into parts unknown. Does power drive a man (or woman) into the yonder? History writer Mike Stutchbery investigates.
