But President Nicanor Duarte Frutos has attempted to calm a recent wave of peasant protests by encouraging last-minute talks between campesino leaders and the government. Some critics believe that Duarte’s populist rhetoric triggered the land invasions by campesinos, while other …
Monthly Archive: November 2004
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The Sizzle vs. the Steak: APEC Summit in Santiago Global Ties vs. Latin Connections Chile Struts its Stuff
As the economic importance of the countries situated around the Pacific Rim has grown, the annual meetings of the heads of state of Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) have acquired increased visibility. This year, the summit was held in Santiago, Chile …
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“Plans” Colombia and Patriot: A Wanton Waste of Money, Manpower and Lives
On November 22, President Bush will briefly meet with Colombian President Alvaro Uribe, in a probable effort to cement Colombia’s status as the linchpin of his Latin American anti-terrorist campaign. With the troops and budget already in place for the …
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An Unjust Attack on Nicaraguan President Enrique Bolaños
Nicaraguan President Enrique Bolaños is fighting for his political survival as corruption charges prompt calls for his impeachment. During Bolaños’ three years in office, he has proven himself to be a surprisingly capable leader, unafraid to stand up to instances …
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Condoleezza Rice In, Colin Powell Out: Both Ill-Serve Latin America
When it comes to Latin America, Condoleezza Rice has barely uttered a word, other than to praise hard-right ideologue Otto Reich and to denounce Jamaican Prime Minister P.J. Patterson’s decision to provide brief refuge for Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide after …
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