A significant factor in the coup in Bolivia is the reassertion of Christian colonial power over indigenous peoples.
The suppression of the indigenous and African components of Latin American cultures is a common thread among the emerging far right.
The suppression of the indigenous and African components of Latin American cultures is a common thread among the emerging far right.
Here's the self-appointed "new president" of Bolivia walking into the palace with an enormous Bible: "The bible returns to the palace of government".
Mainstream opposition has been sidelined by fringe rightwing. Carlos Mesa, opposition leader who contested the elections w/ Morales and 1st cried foul is mostly erased.
Power centre shifted to Military and far-right figures, lead by businessman LF Camacho
Power centre shifted to Military and far-right figures, lead by businessman LF Camacho
