Bolivia’s Election: Another Risk to the Amazon and Global Climate Security

On October 19, Bolivia will choose a new president, ending nearly two decades of socialist leadership. But as Indigenous leaders and environmental experts warn, this election offers little hope for halting the rampant destruction of one of Earth’s most vital ecosystems — the Amazon rainforest. For Americans who value national security and global environmental stability, what happens in Bolivia's sprawling forests is far from distant; it directly impacts climate patterns that affect our own land and communities. Why Does Bolivia’s Election Matter to America? The Amazon acts as a planetary carbon sink critical to regulating global climate. Bolivia hosts about...