“In fairness, Latin America's elected civilian leaders have made progress in some areas. They have brought their countries back to international respectability, curbed flagrant human rights violations, and sought to build democratic political institutions.”

American journalist and author of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Kinzer is best known for his in-depth reporting on U.S. foreign policy and its global consequences. His work often examines the human cost of geopolitical decisions, blending investigative rigor with accessible storytelling.