[news] Clashes in the Streets of Cochabamba Leave 2 Dead while Mayor Abandons City

[Mostly Water - "Canadian" and International alternative news feed]

The streets of Cochabamba were once again the scene of clashes between social movements which include the Civic Committee and Youths for Democracy, against supporters of the mayor. Peasants, natives, _cocaleros_ (coca leaf growers) and independent groups have been protesting since the beginning of the week demanding the renunciation of mayor Manfred Reyes Vila. After violent repression during a march on Monday, the movements remained in the central square ("September 14") for a vigil. 

  


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