Manuela Picq

Manuela Picq, a Professor of International Relations at Amherst College and a veteran observer of Latin American politics, dives into Ecuador's tumultuous political climate. She discusses the shocking rise in gang violence that has turned the nation into one of the deadliest in the region, linked to drug trafficking. The presidential race features incumbent Daniel Noboa, who has militarized the streets, versus Luisa Gonzalez, who advocates for social reform. Picq also addresses the implications of corruption and the challenges facing voters who seek credible leadership.