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Bolivia: Morales-Arce Conflict Intensifies
Clash between Bolivian President Luis Arce and former president Evo Morales escalates after a violent disruption of Arce's address to Congress.
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Bolivian CongressMas (Movement For Socialism)Bolivia Tv
Luis ArceEvo MoralesDavid Choquehuanca
- How did President Arce respond to the incident in Congress?
- The incident involved a group throwing objects at Vice President David Choquehuanca, leading to the event's cancellation and Arce delivering his address in a public square.
- What were Evo Morales's criticisms of Luis Arce's government?
- Evo Morales criticized Arce's government, calling it "neoliberal, anti-popular, authoritarian, and repressive," while accusing Arce of seeking to prevent Morales from running for president again.
- What is the central point of contention between Arce and Morales?
- The conflict stems from Morales's potential presidential candidacy and Arce's proposed referendum to clarify term limits, which Morales views as a betrayal.
- What event led to the suspension of the session in the Bolivian Congress?
- Bolivian President Luis Arce accused supporters of former president Evo Morales of disrupting his fourth-year address to Congress, resulting in its suspension.
- What are some of the factors contributing to the escalating conflict between Arce and Morales?
- The clashes between Arce and Morales have escalated recently, fueled by investigations into Morales and regional blockades that caused significant economic losses for Bolivia.