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Markets: No reaction to Colombian rescue operation
Comentary from Felix Salmon on Wall Street's reaction to news about the rescue of 5 year political prisioner Ingrid Betancourt by the Colombian armed forces.
Money woes and changing laws
As gay marriage gains public support in California, could it help the state with its mounting budget deficit?
Safe to Eat
With rising food prices and widespread shortages around the world, experts agree on the
importance of securing food sources
How we move
When it comes to urban transportation, ingenuity is the key to cleaner, greener, and smarter cities.
President of mayors
Mayor Manny Diaz sets in motion an ambitious agenda as the new head of the U.S. Conference of Mayors.
The best and worst urban initiatives
A PODER round up some of the most and least ingenious projects undertaken by city mayors across the world.
You’ve got to be tough to be short
In his new book Fooling Some of the People All of the Time, fund manager David Einhorn dispels some unwarranted myths about short sellers.
America’s future
Forty years after its foundation, the National
Council of La Raza continues to push for the
advancement of the Latino community.
¿Olvidaste tu password?
Despite the stigma associated with it, Spanglish is an important aspect of Latino culture.
When a balloon looks like a bubble
A former Wall Street commodity trader, Jeff Koons
has astutely navigated the contemporary art market to become one of the most sought after artists in the world.
Guatemala on the Brink
For Guatemala’s recently inaugurated President Álvaro Colom, providing a safe environment for economic growth in the gang-riddled Central American country poses a serious challenge.
The way things work (or don’t) in Washington
Will politicians listen to the latest analysis of climate protection laws, or allow themselves to be distracted by the lobbyists of industries
that have profited from our addiction to fossil fuels?
The smart planner
The design of public spaces can have tremendous economic impact on a city while improving the quality of life
The Urbanist Party
With 80 percent of Americans living in suburban areas, could they organize into a new political party?
Executive Inspiration
Ann M. Veneman, executive director for UNICEF, holds the reins to the world’s most important children’s welfare organization.
Sky’s The Limit
PODER previews the highly anticipated Gulfstream G650, expected to hit the market in 2012.
Serving the World
From its headquarters in Miami, Terremark stakes its claim to a connected future.
The Price of Fun
Hispanics place a high priority on entertainment and spend a great deal on it.
The Era of Uncertainty
The Bear Stearns transaction was a casualty of hard times, but the government’s meddling may be causing
more damage to investor confidence.
An Unmistakable Truth
Innovation is a powerful catalyst for change—but it needs a push from Congress.
Fixing the Vote
Caucuses make for an archaic political system that
threatens our democracy and weakens Latino voting power.
On the Fence, To Protect vs. To Preserve
U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff decided last month to waive environmental laws in order to build a border fence, a decision that has sparked controversy about the effects of such a move.
On trade and other campaign lies
NAFTA-bashing has become a popular political device on the campaign trail, but in practice, revisiting the agreement may have dire consequences.
The Battle for Latin America’s Soul
Twenty-five years reporting on Latin America have made Michael Reid one of the outmost experts on the region. PODER caught up with Reid to discuss his latest book, Forgotten Continent, The Battle for Latin America’s Soul.
Cinque Terre
The TV Wars
The continuing drama between Spanish TV titans Univision, Televisa and Telemundo will unravel this summer with a suspense-riddled finale worthy of the best soap opera.
Abuelita could not have fathomed this
In March, Latin America’s largest meat producer laid the groundwork to become the largest beef
processor in the U.S., virtually cornering a mainstay of Midwestern life since the early pioneer days.
Trouble in Paradise
Recent scandals involving its governor have placed
Puerto Rico in the national spotlight, but no one is
mentioning the elephant in the room.
Shifting the Spotlight
Celebrities have been using their profile to raise awareness about social issues for more than half
a century, but never before have fame and philanthropy been as intertwined as they are today.
The Powerful Ranger
Univison Chairman Haim Saban is known as a master dealmaker, but there’s more to this cheerful billionaire than meets the eye.
Top Seller
These are tough times for many boat builders, but high-end designs are finding a ripe market.
Super Yacht, Super Mania
The yacht market has never been hotter,
according to longtime observers. And beyond
building more superyachts, the new builds keep
getting bigger and more extravagant.
Redistributing The Wealth
Following the success of his poverty-eradicating program in his native Bangladesh, Nobel Laureate Muhammad Yunus talked to PODER about the expansion of the Grameen Bank into Latin America.
Man On a Mission
Following the 80th anniversary of the Marriott brand, Chairman and CEO
Bill Marriott talked to Poder about the secret of the company’s continued success,
the future of America and how to pick the right Italian sports car.
A Man With a Plan
Through his foundation, art collector Eli Broad may just change the way we view art.
Self Help
While trade agreements spark debate on the campaign trail in the U.S., Latin America’s leaders should be doing more to promote better labor and
environmental practices.
How to Mess Up The Perfect Business
When it comes to Wall Street theatrics, no bet is completely safe.
Timely Management
The venerable Swiss brand prides itself on its timeless timepieces, but the key to its success may be its Cuban American management.
The Little Town That Could
While it is imperative for government to
regulate hiring practices across the country,
not every approach makes sense.
Prosperity and the Green Economy
Concern over the environment is translating into technological innovation, bringing with it the benefits of an entrepreneurial new industry.
Loyalty and Distrust
Marketers believe that once Hispanics buy their products, they are hooked for life. Increasingly, they are wrong.
Branding a Nation
This year Peru will enjoy a rare opportunity to redefine its image abroad.
Checking In with the mayor
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa spoke with PODER about the balance sheet of his tenure two years after taking offi ce.
The Economic Power Of The Arts
When it comes reviving urban areas, increasing tourism and generating jobs, there are few motors as powerful as art institutions.
An Agent of Change
In her latest book, The University and Urban Revival: Out of the Ivory Tower and Into the Streets, Dr. Judith Rodin chronicles how fixing social problems requires an understanding of their roots.
Sooner Rather Than later
Businesses see the urgency of addressing climate change today, even if the
federal government doesn’t.
In The Business of Changing The World
Combining business principles with a genuine desire to help, a new generation of
Social Entrepreneurs is developing large-scale initiatives that are improving education, healthcare, and access to capital throughout the world.
The Future According to Bill
PODER sat down with Bill Gates to find out what the future holds, and what he holds for the future.
A Hundred Years Mark The Beginning
Last year proved a tough one for automakers, particularly for the industry’ leading company. General Motors Corp continued to lose ground at home to Toyota.
Traders Power Up with Tradestation
TradeStation isn’t for the weak or meek trader. The product is the darling of institutional investors and the power tool of active traders who top 500 trades a year.
Entravision targets the Fringes
Central Florida, South Texas, Colorado—markets not high on the Hispanic media radar garner Entravision attention as fast-emerging targets for growth.
The Shrining Latino Middle Class
A shrinking Latino middle-class may be symptomatic of a sluggish economy, but without targeted economic policies we face dire consequences for the U.S. economy.
The Lion’s Share
Never in the history of art has the art market—the business of buying and selling art works—been the center of as much attention as it receives today.
Restoring Trust, Delivering Results
Rebuilding our relationships in Latin America requires a comprehensive agenda that promotes democratic ideals, economic fairness, energy security and immigration reform
A New trade Policy for the Americas
It may soon be time to pronounce last rites on the current path of U.S. trade policy in the Americas. With the presidential election season well underway, it is a good time to step back and consider where to go from here.
Latin America Business Briefs
Asymmetries and the Sub Prime Crisis
When it comes to business ventures, an even distribution of risk
California Watch
The February primaries turned out to be decisive for California politics, as a proposition on the ballot set out, and failed, to redefine the future of its legislature, and of the highest-ranking politician in the Assembly.
A New Context
Realizing the potential of the immigrant community may prove pivotal to America’s future
All’s quiet on the conspiracy theory Trail this Campaign Season
Tough talk on immigration may be a sound strategy for some, but when all is said and done, trade trumps all.
A Blast Of Fresh Air
Luis Ubiñas, the Ford Foundation’s incoming president, brings a new perspective to the field of philanthropy.
One Nation Indivisible?
Legislators are still contemplating the best path to legalization, and maybe even citizenship, for millions already in this
country.
Fences Make Good Neighbors
Chief David Aguilar is tasked with protecting the borders of the United States.
Forest Rangers
Mexican rock group Maná have made more than beautiful music together. The four have also fought to save the planet.
Missing Pieces
Corporate America understands that board diversity is in its own best interest. So why is America’s fastest-growing minority group still lagging behind in directorships? And who makes the next move?
Follow The Lideres
Realizing that they have power at the polls, Hispanics are already lining up behind potential presidential candidates to lend support, raise funds and get out the vote. A look at who is supporting who, why and who will have the most staying power with Hispanics.
Back to the Future
AT&T’s Ralph de la Vega is betting on the future of wired communications. What does Ralph know that we don’t?
Ralph Alvarez
SUPERSIZED With Ralph Alvarez’ recent appointment as president and COO of McDonald’s, speculation is rife about whether he’ll eventually get the top job.
A Welcoming Place
Maria Contreras-Sweet, CEO of Promerica, says opening a Latino bank in California is an idea whose time has come.
A Powerful Voice
With his charisma and messages tailored to Latinos, Lakewood Church's Marcos Witt is winning the hearts, minds and souls of Hispanics in Houston and beyond.
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