2020 – Page 10 – Bolivian Thoughts | Pensamientos Bolivianos (Bilingual/Bilingüe)

Democracia amarga – Bitter democracy

Agustín Echalar, Página Siete: From the moment that Mrs. Añez assumed the interim presidency of Bolivia, I thought that all the disorder resulting from the abuse of power by Evo Morales would have an end on the day that, after new elections, a legitimately elected president assumed power, in a fair managed by an honorable…

Luis Arce no tendrá «luna de miel» – Luis Arce will not have a “honeymoon”

Raúl Peñaranda, Página Siete: All presidents usually have what is called a “honeymoon,” a period of popularity and calm immediately after the new government takes office. That happens all over the world and, of course, it has also happened in Bolivia. As the months go by, governments face obstacles and problems and must start managing…

La justicia apesta – Justice sucks

Editorial, El Deber: Adjectives are missing for Bolivian justice Faltan adjetivos para la justicia boliviana In recent days, Bolivian justice has issued at least seven rulings favorable to members of the Movement Toward Socialism since it was learned of the victory of that party in the October 18 election. That is, the new government did…

Todos Santos potosino – All Saints in Potosí

Evelyn Callapino, Página Siete: Flowers, candles, incense and an accumulation of memories is the first thing I received with the visit of death. I have lived with her for more than four months because she decided to take Leoncio, my father, leaving in my mind a nostalgic accordion cueca to accompany my pain as she…

Dino fossils – Toro Toro

Los Tiempos: Toro Toro Park reopens today for tourists El Parque de Toro Toro se reabre desde hoy para los turistas The Toro Toro National Park, located in the department of Potosí, is reopening to visitors today (10/31/2020), after more than nine months of being closed due to the coronavirus pandemic. The authorization was granted…