A great, superb lecture, that captures Bolivian society, shows Bolivian character: As an American, I found myself in a unique position these past 24 days: Within the heart of Bolivia´s revolution for democracy. I´ve lived in the historic capitol of Sucre with my (now) husband for almost 2 years and I consider it a privilage…
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Joint Declaration on the Situation in Bolivia
From the U.S. Mission to the Organization of American States: November 12, 2019 Taking into account the situation in Bolivia and, particularly, the events of November 10th, 2019, the Governments of Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, USA, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Panama, Paraguay, Peru and Venezuela resolve to: 1. Reject all acts of…
Brazil rejects that events in Bolivia represent a coup – statement
Reuters reports, photo from Pagina Siete: BRASILIA (Reuters) – Brazil’s government rejects that recent events in Bolivia represent a coup and sees Evo Morales’ resignation as opening a path to preserve “democratic order”, the foreign ministry said in a statement on Tuesday. The ministry added that Brazil is ready to collaborate with the interim leadership…
evo’s accomplishments – qué logró evo? – THERE WAS NO COUP D’ETAT
Many people around the world and in country think that evo is cool, great President, the best, the Mandela of South America, is now en route to his exile in Mexico. Why did he leave on such a rush? Well, he committed electoral fraud, despite not qualifying to run for election. Bolivian people was fed…
Bolivia crisis: Clashes follow President Morales’ resignation – THERE WAS NO COUP D’ETAT!
BBC News reports: There have been clashes in Bolivia after the resignation of President Evo Morales following a disputed election. At least 20 people were injured as Morales supporters battled with police in the cities of La Paz and El Alto, local media report. Mr Morales, 60, accused the police of targeting peaceful protesters and…
Bolivia is in danger of slipping into anarchy. It’s Evo Morales’s fault. – THERE WAS NO COUP D’ETAT!
From the Editorial Board of The Washington Post: BOLIVIA WAS wracked by violence and in danger of slipping into anarchy on Monday. While both military leaders and civilian agitators were culpable, there could be little doubt who was ultimately responsible for the chaos: newly resigned president Evo Morales. Mr. Morales, who had grown increasingly autocratic…
