COHA in the Public Arena (April 12th-April 30th)

Wednesday, April 28th, COHA Director Larry Birns was interviewed and quoted by Voice of America regarding Honduran democracy and violence.

Tuesday, April 27th, COHA Director Larry Birns and COHA Senior Research Associate Adrienne Pine were quoted by AlterNet regarding Honduras.

Sunday, April 25th, COHA Director Larry Birns spoke on KGO Radio San Francisco discussing the role of the US in the Mexican drug wars.

Monday, April 19th, COHA Director Larry Birns is quoted in The Daily Californian discussing the energy issues in the Western Hemisphere.

Article Citations and Links
“The State Department’s Human Rights Assessment—Only a U.S. Perspective,” by Research Associate Gabriella Egas.
– Camana Bay Times

“The Achilles’ Heel of the Brazilian Economy: High Interest Rates in Brazil and the Need for Central Bank Reform Could Dampen President Lula’s Reputation,” by Research Associate Felix Blossier.
– Scoop

“The Interdependence Behind Bilateral Political Tensions: Economic Realities Affecting Venezuela – U.S. Relations,” by Research Associate Felix Blossier.
– Insight News

“Controversial “Clean Energy” Mega Project Threatens Ecosystem and Lives in Brazil’s Amazon,” by Research Associate Leland Garivaltis.
– Scoop

“The Cofán: Hope in the Midst of Traged,” by Research Associate Krista Scheffey
–Scoop