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326 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 5,607 Politics and Society in Latin America papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • The literature has not fully explored the role of powerful local elites in shaping the dictator's decision-making - Prior work has focused on the national level, neglecting the importance of local politics - The paper aims to fill this gap by analyzing the interaction between the dictator and local opponents

    Electoral autocracy with powerful local elites: theory and evidence from Brazil · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the existing literature on RagR, which has not fully explained the variation in RagR mobilization across different countries and rights agendas. The paper notes that the existing literature has not adequately addressed the role of functional suppressors and pre-existing resources in RagR mobilization.

    Mexico: Substantial Rights Advances and The Puzzle of Limited Anti-rights Mobilization · 2026 · DOI

  • exploring the conditions and causal mechanisms that could explain the failure to adopt a new constitution once a process has begun

    The Constituent Dynamic and the Two-Level Game in Chile · 2026 · DOI

  • Much research remains to be done, especially concerning the internai dynamics of local and regional movements and their relation to other popular struggles.

    Civic Movements and Politics in Colombia · 1987 · DOI

  • Further work on the composition and structure of the Union Industrial Argentina is essential.

    Immigrant entrepreneurs, manufacturing and industrial policy in the Argentine, 1922–28 · 1987 · DOI

  • To apply the theory of institutional dialogue in other contexts of crisis. To analyze the impact of the theory of institutional dialogue in the realization of elections in other countries.

    Congresso Nacional e TSE dialogam por eleições sem riscos à saúde da população em meio a uma pandemia. · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of application of the theory of institutional dialogue in the context of a health crisis. The need for a dialogue between the powers to ensure the compatibility of the electoral calendar with the protection of fundamental rights.

    Congresso Nacional e TSE dialogam por eleições sem riscos à saúde da população em meio a uma pandemia. · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the understanding of the functioning of PASO in Argentina. The research highlights the need for a multilevel perspective on the analysis of electoral reforms.

    Sin bancas no hay paraíso: competitividad, integración y dinámicas territoriales en las PASO legislativas multinivel en Argentina (2007–2023) · 2026 · DOI

  • The culture of impunity in Guatemala. The lack of access to legal justice for Indigenous women. The need for fully implemented reparative measures to address the socioeconomic, cultural, and political harm endured by the A'chi women and their communities.

    FROM RABINAL TO GUATEMALA'S HIGH RISK COURT: MAYA A'CHI WOMEN'S JOURNEY TO LEGAL JUSTICE · 2026 · DOI

  • The study only focuses on the 2022 trial and does not provide a comprehensive analysis of the entire legal process. The thesis relies on a limited number of interviews and may not be representative of the experiences of all Maya A'chi women.

    FROM RABINAL TO GUATEMALA'S HIGH RISK COURT: MAYA A'CHI WOMEN'S JOURNEY TO LEGAL JUSTICE · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the implications of the study's findings for policymakers and practitioners working in post-colonial contexts. The paper's conclusions could be used to inform the development of more effective policies and strategies for promoting social justice and equality in post-colonial environments.

    The Paradox of Post-Independence Mexican Liberalism: José María Luis Mora and the assimilation of indigenous communities in the early nineteenth century · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the existing literature on the adaptation of European liberalism in post-colonial contexts. The study highlights the need for a more nuanced understanding of the complex relationships between liberalism, colonialism, and indigenous communities.

    The Paradox of Post-Independence Mexican Liberalism: José María Luis Mora and the assimilation of indigenous communities in the early nineteenth century · 2026 · DOI

  • The available sources primarily reflect the perspective of the party's leadership. The study focuses on elite-level debates, with the reception by the rank-and-file remaining a challenge for future research.

    Forging a Peripheral Inter-nationalism: The Argentine Socialist Party’s Relationship with the Internationals (1889–1940) · 2026 · DOI

  • Tracing how elite-level debates were received by the rank-and-file. Examining the implications of the PS's internationalism for contemporary social-democratic organizations.

    Forging a Peripheral Inter-nationalism: The Argentine Socialist Party’s Relationship with the Internationals (1889–1940) · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of research on the practice of polygamy within the LeBaron group and its implications. The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the patriarchal model that sustains the practice of polygamy.

    La poligamia entre los mormones LeBarón. Un modelo político y económico en México · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in addressing the experiences of women survivors of State terrorism. The study highlights the need to consider the local characteristics of political violence against women. The research emphasizes the importance of analyzing the testimonial reports and judicial archives related to the topic.

    La violencia contra las mujeres durante el terrorismo de Estado en San Juan · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the political socialization and system of domination in Santiago del Estero. The study aims to fill this gap by exploring the concepts of "trabajo político" and "trabajo sucio".

    “Trabajo político” y “trabajo sucio” tras 20 años de democracia en Santiago del Estero, 2003-2004 · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in understanding the explanation for the similar regimes in Latin America. The paper identifies a gap in understanding the relationship between the nation-state's economic and social structure and its political regime.

    Discursos que gobiernan: miedo, “seguridad” y poder simbólico · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the understanding of the ideological aspects of the Brazilian agribusiness sector and its adherence to the Bolsonarist movement. The study aims to fill this gap by examining the ideology of agrobolsonarism and its implications for the Brazilian society.

    Proprietários rurais e neofascismo: uma radiografia da ideologia do agrobolsonarismo · 2026 · DOI

  • The FETRAF-RS faced a crisis in the face of right-wing governments - The State did not open any dialogue channels with the FETRAF-RS - The unionism attempted to negotiate with the State despite the lack of dialogue channels

    Quando um não quer, dois não negociam: atuação da FETRAF-RS em governos de direita (2016-2022) · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the actions of the FETRAF-RS in relation to the State from 2016 to 2022 - The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the changes that occurred following the 2016 Coup

    Quando um não quer, dois não negociam: atuação da FETRAF-RS em governos de direita (2016-2022) · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research could explore the impact of the unions' achievements on the working conditions and social justice of workers in the citrus industry. Further study could examine the challenges faced by the unions and the strategies they use to promote the organization and socialization of workers.

    Ação coletiva e sindicalismo na agricultura: a trajetória dos sindicatos da produção de laranjas no norte uruguaio · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a gap in the understanding of the factors that contribute to the continuity and growth of the citrus worker unions in northern Uruguay. The study aims to address this gap by exploring the history of agrarian unionism in Uruguay and its impact on the citrus industry.

    Ação coletiva e sindicalismo na agricultura: a trajetória dos sindicatos da produção de laranjas no norte uruguaio · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies the challenge of developing cultural policies that consider the historical context and the impact on Afrodescendant communities. The author notes that the informal economy and lack of access to rights such as housing affect Afrodescendant cultural workers. The paper mentions that the adoption of Afrodescendant cultural policies as a discourse by the State can have negative effects on the communities.

    Políticas culturales y afrodescendencia en Argentina. Del reconocimiento, a un nuevo negacionismo «anarco-libertario» · 2026 · DOI

  • The paper identifies a gap in the understanding of the developments in cultural policies related to Afrodescendant populations in Argentina. The author notes that there is a need for further research on the impact of cultural policies on Afrodescendant communities.

    Políticas culturales y afrodescendencia en Argentina. Del reconocimiento, a un nuevo negacionismo «anarco-libertario» · 2026 · DOI

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