Forrest Hylton

Edwin Ackerman, a noted political analyst on Mexico's landscape, tackles the intricate politics as AMLO transitions power to Claudia Sheinbaum amidst contentious judicial reforms. Forrest Hylton dives into the wildfire crises in Brazil, revealing a political environment fraught with challenges for Lula's administration. They discuss the effects of organized crime and neoliberal policies on vulnerable communities, illuminating the pressing issues impacting both nations and the delicate balance between governance and environmental catastrophe.

Historian Forrest Hylton talks about Javier Milei, the new libertarian, authoritarian president of Argentina. They also discuss the rise of the far-right in Argentina and Israel's role in the Latin American right.