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The Historical Context: US Influence in Latin America

Historically, the United States has viewed Latin America as its sphere of influence, often intervening in the internal politics of its countries. These interventions included supporting coups against democratically elected governments, as highlighted by events in Cuba, Panama, Bolivia, the Dominican Republic, Honduras, Guatemala, Brazil, and Chile throughout the 20th century. The US also occupied Nicaragua and invaded Panama to protect American business interests.