Guatemala: Elections amid Uncertainty

I have a preview of today's elections on Warscapes. Take a look at my Guatemala: Elections amid Uncertainty.

Still, there is hope. Guatemala’s public prosecutor’s office and the CICIG have achieved many victories over the last few years, and accomplished many things in service to a potentially brighter future. They have successfully prosecuted high-ranking government and police officials and dismantled organized crime networks. As a result of their joint efforts, the country’s criminal justice system is much stronger than it was four years ago and is now the envy of those in the Northern Triangle. A broad cross section of citizens has engaged in sustained mobilization for months now and appears ready to do so into the future. Guatemala’s justice system and citizens have put those vying for political office on notice. Their message is clear: “We might not be able to take down every corrupt political and economic official in the country, but don’t be mistaken. No one is above the law.”