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A political era is collapsing in Argentina in a swirl of corruption cases
The case of José López epitomizes the fall of the once mighty Kirchneristas. The former minister was arrested last month trying to donate $9 million dollars to some nuns in a convent.
Argentina's New President Mauricio Macri Promises a 'New Era'
Macri pledged to move the country away from the confrontational politics of outgoing president Cristina Fernández in an inauguration ceremony that came after two weeks of bitter bickering over the handover protocol.
Privilege, Trauma, Political Opportunity and Luck Mark Argentina's New President
Mauricio Macri's dramatic victory in Sunday's presidential runoff follows a dramatic life story marked by family wealth, a kidnapping, sporting titles, meditation and almost choking on a false mustache.
Argentina Moves to the Right as Mauricio Macri Wins Presidential Runoff
Macri’s win marks a major shake up of Argentine politics, putting an end to 12 years of Kirchnerismo. It also looks like a warning to several other leftist Latin American governments.
Are We About to Witness the End of the Kirchner Way in Argentina?
After 12 years of a Kirchner leader — either Nestor or Cristina — voters in Argentina will decide on Sunday to either close the book on the Kirchners or vote for continuing their policies and programs. What's their legacy?
First Round Presidential Election Shows Argentines Want Change
The weekend’s presidential elections to pick the successor of Cristina Fernández de Kirchner in Argentina see government-backed candidate Daniel Scioli only just beat the opposition's Mauricio Macri. A runoff will be held on November 22.
Argentina’s Presidential Candidates Promise Calm After the Storms of the Kirchner Era
Although the top three candidates set themselves apart from the "intensity" of Kirchnerismo, they still share its political roots.
Crime-Weary Argentina Sees More Mob Violence and Vigilante Killings
At least three more lynching attempts last weekend highlight a growing string of sometimes fatal acts of vigilante violence. Is Argentina's government doing enough to address the root causes?
Surge in Vigilante Justice Ignites Lynching Wave in Argentine Province
Buenos Aires Province Gov. Daniel Scioli vowed to spend 600 million Argentine pesos on increasing security.