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Economic development in Latin America has facilitated the broadening and improvement of governmental services in public health, social security and public administration. These improvements, particularly in public health, have precipitated changes in rates of morbidity and mortality. Many countries have also experienced a fall in birth rates during this period. The result of people living longer and having fewer children is a progressive ageing of Latin American societies. This article explores some critical questions posed by the ageing of populations in these societies. Within the context of varying patterns of national development, special emphasis is placed on the systemic potential for politico-administrative response in the area of social and health services.

News and NotesProfessor Howerton was a long-time member of both the American Political Science Association and the Southern Political Science Association and an active participant in their activities.As one who was his student, colleague and lifelong friend, I was especially aware of his qualities. But all who knew him appreciated his honesty, his forthrightness, his devotion to high principles. To all he was a symbol of integrity, a voice never afraid to speak for the right cause. Our profession is indeed the poorer for his loss.

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