From the Archives: Politics in El Salvador & Guatemala (Lp11042011)

(This is an episode of "Latin Pulse" from the program's archives that has not been previously available via SoundCloud and is available now during the program's summer hiatus. The historical and political insights included in this program prove to be useful, even after almost three years since they were broadcast online.) Central America takes center stage this week on, "Latin Pulse" with a focus on presidential elections and politics in that region. With presidential races in Nicaragua and Guatemala this weekend, the program includes the last of a series of interviews about electoral politics in Guatemala. An additional in-depth interview provides context on politics in El Salvador, focusing on the actions of Salvadoran President Mauricio Funes and including revelations about the Salvadoran government via Wikileaks. Key news items this week, also deal with free expression and human rights in Mexico. In-Depth Interviews: Jimena Aguilar of "El Faro;" and Ricardo Barrientos of ICEFI. Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell Associate Producer: Vanessa Haces-Gonzatti The logo is from Guatemala’s Patriotic Party and is in the public domain.