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Crisis Drives Nicaragua to an Economic and Social Precipice

By José Adán Silva
Five months after the outbreak of mass protests in Nicaragua, in addition to the more than 300 deaths, the crisis has had visible consequences in terms of increased poverty and migration, as well as the international isolation of the government and a wave of repression that continues unabated.

Protests Fuel Harassment Faced by Media in Nicaragua

By José Adán Silva
Assaults on journalists, persecution of press workers' unions, direct censorship and smear campaigns are a high cost that freedom of expression has paid in Nicaragua since demonstrations against the government of Daniel Ortega began in April.

Nicaragua’s Elections Marked by Apathy and Mistrust

By José Adán Silva
In the midst of unusual political tension and apathy, Nicaraguans will go to the polls on Sunday Nov. 6 to vote in elections marked by the absence of the main opposition force and international election observers.


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