↪️ Signs of a right-wing turn

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Latin America’s public opinion is silently tilting to the right

In recent decades, Latin America has experienced shifting political currents. The early 2000s brought the rise of moderate left-wing governments, a period known as the “Pink Tide.” That wave receded in the mid-to-late 2010s, as right-leaning leaders came to dominate much of South America. 

• Today, the region has swung back to the left, with progressives in power across its largest democracies — from Mexico and Brazil to Chile and Colombia. Argentina remains a notable exception, after electing the libertarian Javier Milei a year ago.

But, but, but: A closer look suggests a change in the political undercurrents that propelled these leaders to power. Call it a “vibe shift,” as internet parlance would have it. 

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