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Preserving memories of terror and loss in Argentina
Worldfocus contributing blogger Peter Eisner writes about the process of memorializing state-sponsored terror in Argentina and Spain. On a recent visit to Argentina, he visited the memorial at the River Plate, which pays homage to thousands disappeared during Argentina's "Dirty War."
Haiti’s earthquake leaves suffering beyond its scale
Worldfocus blogger Peter Eisner looks at how major natural disasters have played out differently in Haiti and Chile. He argues that the suffering in Haiti cannot be forgotten and the rescue mission should be the responsibility of all governments and all people.
Humanitarian disaster continues unabated in Haiti
Worldfocus editorial consultant Peter Eisner writes how survivors of the Haitian earthquake need quick solutions that may not come in time for the punishing rainy season that starts in May. Eisner says that Haitians now face the looming threat of disease, misery in makeshift tent camps and a lack of adequate food and water.
New Latin American leaders promise to move beyond divides
Worldfocus contributing blogger Peter Eisner writes about a new generation of Latin American leaders who seem to be going beyond traditional political camps of left and right. José Mujica of Uruguay and Sebastian Piñera of Chile, while very different, have similar centrist messages.
As journalists continue to leave Haiti, hopelessness persists
Peter Eisner blogs about conditions in Haiti one month after the Haiti earthquake. The international television units are mostly gone, a smattering of foreign reporters are still in Port-au-Prince, and what's the situation on the ground? Hopelessness and helplessness, according to Eisner.
Haiti needs a Marshall Plan to recover from earthquake
Worldfocus blogger Peter Eisner writes how international donor nations, particularly the U.S., need to contribute much more resources to the Haiti aid effort. Eisner writes how the situation will devolve into utter catastrophe if we don't immediately send a huge number of troops to improve the security situation and ensure that food, water and medical supplies are distributed.
A look at Haiti’s history and the challenges that lie ahead
For Haiti's history of hardship, Peter Eisner joins Daljit Dhaliwal to examine the country's entrenched problems and long-term challenges. They discuss the U.S.'s responsibilities and what kind of more permanent role the U.S. should play in Haiti's recovery effort.
Haiti needs structural change to overcome tragic history
Peter Eisner writes about the roots of Haiti's desperate poverty. Even before the earthquake, Haiti remained mired in poverty for much of its history. There are those who ask why Haiti has been hopelessly poor for so long. Yes, it is one of the first independent republics, but the Haitian people have suffered just as long, victims of colonial folly.
The horrors of Haiti demand a response
Worldfocus contributing editor Peter Eisner writes about the devastation in Haiti. Some stories and events exceed the ability to use adjectives to capture the depths. We cannot gild words or exaggerate the story of the Haiti earthquake. How do you approach the horror, the tragedy and the suffering in any coherent way?
Looking at the invasion of Panama through the lens of Iraq
Worldfocus contributing blogger Peter Eisner looks at the twentieth anniversary of the invasion of Panama, in light of the 2003 U.S. invasion in Iraq. He argues that Panama served as a test run in many respects. Eisner also analyzes the similarities between the U.S. relationships with Saddam Hussein and Manuel Noriega.
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