Article: BOLIVIA: INDIGENOUS AND MESTIZO GROUPS PROTEST IN LA PAZ.

Analysis by Franz Ch vez

LA PAZ, Bolivia, Jul. 25, 2007 (IPS/GIN) -- An immense tide of people took to the streets in Bolivia last week, calling for the Bolivian seat of government to remain in La Paz.

Showing strong support for indigenous Aymara and mestizo leaders, the protesters took part in the greatest expression of popular power in the history of the country.

Laying apathy aside, the people of the western department of La Paz shattered all political and demographic predictions, coming together as one body, urban and rural. The movement recognized its deep Aymara cultural roots but embraced mestizos -- people of mixed indigenous and ...

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