Populism

In late 2026 Latin America seems to be floating on a conservative tide. Populists of the right and far right have triumphed in multiple elections. If we use blue for conservatives and pink for leftists, in the space of 10-15 years the continent has changed its complexion, going from partially pink to almost entirely blue. A new and younger generation of voters has undisputably ticked the conservative box. Why it has done so is open to debate, but an angry reaction against crime, drug trafficking, and corruption appears to be an important part of the story.