Muslim Americans overwhelmingly supported Obama's election earlier this month, and his promise of a more inclusive America. But as the initial euphoria dies away (a little), what can Muslims, both at home and abroad, really expect from the president elect with the middle name Hussein. Here American Muslim playwright and author Wajahat Ali explores.
CARACAS, Venezuela — The Nepalese Maoist smiled as he glanced around the lobby of the Hotel Alba Caracas. To his left, West African delegates to the World Meeting of Intellectuals and Artists in Defense of Humanity chatted in French. To his right, the Egyptian author of a book on President Hugo Chávez puffed on a cigarette.
A top leftist rebel commander turned herself in. Colombia's government is touting the move as the latest in a series of devastating blows to the leftist rebels.
When the dust settles and the escalating Colombian conflict with Venezuela and Ecuador comes to a diplomatically brokered pause, Latin America will have to grapple with a more lasting problem: For the first time in recent history, some countries in the region are openly supporting a guerrilla group that is trying to topple a democratically elected government.
For several years, this column has championed the idea that Mexico -- and Latin America in general -- could become a huge medical tourism destination for millions of Americans seeking more affordable healthcare, or simply wanting more personalized medical attention.
