Mauricio Quiroz, El Deber: Yesterday there was a mobilization of “white handkerchiefs” led by parishioners from various churches and another that came from the Valleys. From the MAS they say that they “waste time” and request jail for other leaders Governor Luis Fernando Camacho was arrested eight days ago and since then the tension, violence…
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Bolivia Farm Region Blocks Borders, Grain Transport as Protests Lead to Clashes | Región agrícola boliviana bloquea fronteras y transporte de granos mientras protestas conducen a enfrentamientos
Riot police officers clash with demonstrators as protests following the arrest of Santa Cruz governor and right-wing opposition leader Luis Fernando Camacho over an alleged coup in 2019 continue in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, January 2, 2023. | Agentes de la policía antidisturbios chocan con los manifestantes mientras continúan las protestas tras el…
Bolivian journalists declare an ‘emergency’ regarding parts of new Penal Code that criminalize defamation
Bolivian Thoughts opinion: Bolivian democratic liberties are certainly in jeopardy! The demagogue government of the cocalero intends to remain in power and “needs” to control information … to continue misleading those who still believe this delusional dictatorial caudillo should remain in power … enough!! Carolina de Assis reports for Journalism In The Americas Blog: Bolivian…
Between political instability and authoritarianism in Bolivia
openDemocracy reports: Middle classes in Latin America (6). Between political instability and authoritarianism in Bolivia by DANIEL E. MORENO MORALES A context of economic crisis could send many people back to poverty in Bolivia, fueling a situation of discontent that could bring back the climate of instability and political uncertainty. [for Spanish version, use this…
And the World is aware: Bolivia’s Morales loses ground ahead of Feb. 21 referendum: poll
Reuters reports: Bolivia’s Morales loses ground ahead of Feb. 21 referendum: poll Bolivian President Evo Morales has lost ground in his effort at changing the constitution to allow him to run for a third term, according to a poll published on Friday. Bolivians will vote in a Feb. 21 referendum on the change in law…
Bolivian politics: When being a politician becomes a sin
Ilya Fortun writes in Pagina Siete: When being a politician becomes a sin MAS has called for a referendum on February 21 that they believe will be a referendum, but in reality will be virtually a recall. Evo and MAS are directed straight to the scaffold, he has been self-condemned after an incredible political maneuver…
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