Latin America in the post-Chávez era : the security threat to the United States /
Fleischman, Luis,1959-
Hugo Chávez passed away in March 2013, prompting much speculation about the impact of his death. What will a post-Chávez future look like, not only in Venezuela but also in the region? In Latin America in the Post-Chávez Era, Luis Fleischman examines Chávez's highly controversial Bolivarian revolution, which has expanded beyond Venezuela to other countries in South America and whose sphere of influence also extends to Central America and the Caribbean. Author Fleischman systematically shows how an emerging authoritarianism in the region plays an important role in defining the geo-political context of the region. Across Latin America, Chávez had financially supported political candidates or presidents in office dedicated to producing dramatic socialist change, cementing authoritarianism, and reducing American influence in the region. China's influence has been increasing and may evolve beyond an economic presence into a more political role. In this volatile context Chávez's destabilizing activities including cooperation with regional as well Islamist terrorist organizations, drug cartels, and rogue states, particularly Cuba and Iran take on ominous proportions. Fleischman argues that the shape of this post-Chávez world is one that Americans should watch with concern.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
What triggered the revolutionary forces in Latin America? -- The origins of the Chávez (Bolivarian) revolution -- The continental expansion of the Chávez revolution -- The emergence of indigenous and new grassroots movements in Latin America -- Chávez's dangerous liaisons with guerrillas and drug cartels -- The Bolivarian revolution's links to Iran and Hezbollah -- The roles of China and Russia -- Regional and U.S. reaction to the Bolivarian revolution -- Halting the advance of the Bolivarian revolution and its allies.
Hugo Chávez passed away in March 2013, prompting much speculation about the impact of his death. What will a post-Chávez future look like, not only in Venezuela but also in the region? In Latin America in the Post-Chávez Era, Luis Fleischman examines Chávez's highly controversial Bolivarian revolution, which has expanded beyond Venezuela to other countries in South America and whose sphere of influence also extends to Central America and the Caribbean. Author Fleischman systematically shows how an emerging authoritarianism in the region plays an important role in defining the geo-political context of the region. Across Latin America, Chávez had financially supported political candidates or presidents in office dedicated to producing dramatic socialist change, cementing authoritarianism, and reducing American influence in the region. China's influence has been increasing and may evolve beyond an economic presence into a more political role. In this volatile context Chávez's destabilizing activities including cooperation with regional as well Islamist terrorist organizations, drug cartels, and rogue states, particularly Cuba and Iran take on ominous proportions. Fleischman argues that the shape of this post-Chávez world is one that Americans should watch with concern.
Chávez Frías, Hugo
Chávez Frías, Hugo
Anti-Americanism