Bananama Republic

Tag: legitimacy

  • Stop dreaming: Martinelli can’t and won’t stop crime

    Today in Panama City a “Peace March” was being held, and president Martinelli, just back from Spain, promised there that he would finish off violent crime in three years and turn Panama into the most secure country of Latin America. Sounds great, but it won’t happen. It’s actually dangerous to believe him. Here’s why:

  • Martinelli faces legitimacy crisis

    Violence in Panama’s streets. The reason: Martinelli consistently undermines the legitimacy of the police, the rule of law, and his own government. An opportunity for civil society.