Question

The war on drugs in Latin America is a major issue slowing regional
development. Cocaine production is most prominent in Colombia, Peru, and
Bolivia. Drugs are brought into the United States through Central America and
Mexico. US-supported efforts to slow the drug trade have been only
moderately successful. This is due in large part to government corruption in Latin
America and secret cooperation between Latin American leaders and the
region's major drug dealers. Tens of thousands of Latin Americans have been
killed in violence associated with the drug trade.

Which is an effect of the drug trade on Latin American governments?

Group of answer choices

The drug trade has led to economic reform throughout much of Latin America

The drug trade has weakened democracy throughout much of Latin America.

The drug trade has reduced US influence over governments in Latin America.

The drug trade has eliminated the existence of military dictatorships in Latin America.

Answer 1

The drug trade has weakened democracy throughout much of Latin America.

Explanation: Widespread corruption, secret cooperation between officials and drug cartels, and drug-related violence undermine institutions, accountability, and rule of law, eroding democratic governance.