TAG’s President Jack Devine and Latin America expert Amanda Mattingly answered questions pertaining to the rising levels of violent crime and insecurity in Latin America for a recent issue of the Inter-American Dialogue’s Latin America Advisor. Mr. Devine and Ms. Mattingly responded that a critical factor relates to the rule of law and judicial institutions, noting that reform in these areas will help arrest the trend in the region.

You can read the full text of Mr. Devine and Ms. Mattingly’s comments here:

Latin America Advisor: December 2013, "Rising Tide of Violence in Latin America"