Nationalism in Latin America

Revolution and Nationalism in Latin America

By Frank Hughes Jr

“Forms of
Nationalism”
• Nation-state: Nationalism has been a driving force behind
the creation of modern nation-states, where a single nation
shares a common identity, culture, and political authority
within a defined geographical territory.
• Democracy: Civic nationalism has been associated with
democratic forms of government, where citizens share a
commitment to democratic values and institutions, such as
free and fair elections, the rule of law, and individual rights.
• Authoritarianism: Ethnic and cultural nationalism have
been associated with authoritarian forms of government,
where a dominant group seeks to maintain control over the
state and suppress dissent from minority groups.
• Totalitarianism: Extreme forms of nationalism, such as
fascist or ultra-nationalist ideologies, have been associated
with totalitarian forms of government, where the state
seeks to control all aspects of society, including political,
economic, and cultural life.

Cultural Nationalism

Cultural Nationalism is the belief that a nation is defined by its shared culture. Culture refers to a wide range of human activities, including language, art, religion, folklore, and social customs. Cultural nationalists argue that a nation cannot exist without a unique culture that distinguishes it from other nations

Economic Nationalism

Economic nationalism is an ideology that prioritizes state intervention in the economy, including policies like domestic control and the use of tariffs and restrictions on labor, goods, and capital movement

U.S. Interventions in Latin America