Does that really reduce inequality? Examining the economic crisis in Venezuela
Inequality and the survival of democracy are thought to be inextricably linked. And, of course, politicians hoping to stay in power can mobilize the poor by making efforts to redistribute income. Yet, the case of Venezuela seems to suggest…
Proposal for a new idea to cure the issue of agency in Latin American education systems
For this week’s reading on Social and Economic Inequality, Francis Fukuyama analyzes the socioeconomic issues of Latin America, and recommends that “anyone earnestly interested in democracy in Latin America [should] formulate a serious social policy agenda—one that targets substantial resources…