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El Salvador Political Parties

El Salvador Political Parties: Navigating El Salvador’s Political Landscape


The political parties in El Salvador unveil a diverse spectrum of ideologies, histories, and influences. From established entities such as ARENA, PCN, and New Ideas to emerging ones such as VAMOS and Solidarity Force, each political party plays a pivotal role in shaping the country’s political dynamics and governance. The … Read more

Dating a Hispanic Woman

7 Facts You Should Know about Dating a Hispanic Woman


For many guys, dating and marrying Hispanic brides is a dream come true. These ladies are known for their fiery temperament, loyalty, and fantastic cooking skills. In fact, some guys are even willing to travel to countries such as Venezuela and Colombia to meet their future wife. Unfortunately, dating a … Read more

ARENA Political Party

Dramatic Decline: The ARENA Political Party Lost 79.25% of Votes in the 2024 Presidential Elections


In the 2024 presidential election, the Nationalist Republican Alliance (ARENA) political party experienced a significant decrease of 79.25% in votes compared to the 2019 election. The once-influential political party obtained only 177,881 votes in the 2024 presidential elections, marking a substantial decrease of 679,203 votes compared to the 857,084 it … Read more

CID Gallup Survey

Crime: The Issue That Continues to Affect Latin American Countries


Latin America continues to grapple with complex and pervasive crime challenges, ranging from organized crime and drug trafficking to high rates of violence and corruption. This multifaceted issue poses significant obstacles to social stability, economic development, and overall regional prosperity. According to a CID Gallup survey conducted in January 2024 … Read more

San Salvador Historic Downtown

San Salvador: Five Years Out of the 50 Most Violent Cities in the World


Since 2019, the city of San Salvador is no longer one of the 50 most dangerous cities in the world. The Salvadoran capital city left the notorious list as one of the top most dangerous cities in the world in 2019 and has not returned since. The cities of El … Read more

Poverty in El Salvador

Analyzing Poverty in El Salvador: An Insight Into El Salvador’s Poverty Rate!


Poverty in El Salvador is a complex and pressing issue that has profound implications for the nation’s population. Because of poverty, a significant portion of the country’s citizens grapple with economic hardship, limited access to necessities, and persistent social inequality. El Salvador’s poverty rate is 26.6 percent, with 18.1 percent … Read more

Salvadoran Defense Minister Rene Merino Monroy

Opinion: El Salvador’s Gang Crackdown Is Working, but Criticism Over Human Rights Violations Continues


March 27, 2024, will be the second anniversary of the State of Exception, a security measure directed as a gang crackdown that has resulted in the arrest of over 75,000 alleged gang members and contributors. The drastic security measure by the Bukele administration began in late March 2022 after a … Read more