The Light of Democracy Just Turned On in One Central American Nation

When there is a rare opportunity to support a reform-minded leader and a democratic opening, the United States and other democracies should seize it.

The news about democracy has been grim. Freedom House has documented 18 consecutive years of declining freedom, with autocrats emboldened on every continent, incumbent leaders manipulating elections to stay in power, and armed conflict unleashing devastating violence and eroding the rights of people living in war zones.So, when there is a rare opportunity to support a reform-minded leader and a democratic opening, the United States and other democracies should seize it.

should significantly bolster assistance, with an eye toward supporting the new administration as it delivers concrete benefits for its people. The United States also has several initiatives that focus on attracting more investment to Central America. It is important that these also support goals like fighting corruption and improving governance and respect for human rights.

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