“Broken and in crisis,” this is how Bolivia approaches the Bicentennial | “Quebrada y en crisis”, así llega Bolivia al Bicentenario

By El Diario:

Legislators state

  • They maintain that the country’s decline is evident and is reflected in the loss of purchasing power and jobs, along with authorities who are out of touch with reality; therefore, the only way out of the current crisis is with the support of every Bolivian who loves their country.
Across different regions, Bolivians have voiced their discontent over the crisis the nation is going through, demanding solutions to their pressing needs.

Despite the government’s efforts to highlight the achievements of the Plurinational State as the Republic turns 200, lawmakers argue that Bolivia reaches its Bicentennial “broken and in deep crisis,” the result of nearly two decades of MAS rule. They insist that this situation must begin to be reversed starting August 17.

They point out that the country’s regression, especially in recent years, is evident—seen in the loss of purchasing power, employment, and public trust. This is made worse by authorities who are entirely disconnected from the people’s reality.

Alejandro Reyes, national assembly member representing La Paz, stated that the current economic, social, and political crisis has led Bolivia to its Bicentennial in one of its worst moments.

“They’ve plunged us into absolute crisis. Even our neighbors no longer want to deal with us—they’re moving forward with integration projects that bypass our borders. On top of that, we’re stuck in a cycle of confrontation thanks to Evo Morales,” he said.

Deputy Luisa Nayar added that Bolivia arrives at its Bicentennial battered, in a context marked by political, economic, and social crisis. However, she emphasized that this should not demoralize the population but rather encourage them to place their hopes in upcoming general elections that offer a chance to end a disastrous era in Bolivia’s history.

It’s worth noting that, just hours before the start of the national month, President Luis Arce Catacora delivered a message to the Bolivian people, calling on them to preserve what has been achieved throughout history—without forgetting the hardships endured along the way.

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