This mostly forgotten war led to Mexico losing over half its territory and the United States expanding to the Pacific. The lecture examines the political and economic background of the conflict, what led to it, and the roles of such factors as Texas annexation in 1845, slavery, racism, the Democratic and Whig parties, and Manifest... Read more
Now that Latin American "Pink Tide seems to be receding as some of those leaders have died, some have lost power to conservative U.S. friendly leaders, some have had to seriously compromise their hopes. Panelists Chris Kellogg and Cliff DuRand will explore the question What Happened to the Pink Tide in Latin America? Discussion will focus on Brazil, Venezuela and Cuba and efforts to build a new 21st century socialism.
When
Aug 31st, 2016 11:00 am
Location
Sala Quetzal
La Biblioteca Publica, Rejoj 50A, Centro
San Miguel de Allende, GUA 37700
Mexico
La Biblioteca Publica, Rejoj 50A, Centro
San Miguel de Allende, GUA 37700
Mexico
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