Racism and the Coup in Bolivia
The coup in Bolivia is largely driven by racism and classism hidden behind Christian theocracy.
Despite Bolivian president Evo Morales being constrained to resign on November 10, corporate media continues to suggest he did so voluntarily. Morales, his vice president Álvaro García, and many others were forced to step down under threat of brutality against them, members of the cabinet, congressional representatives, and their families.
Both the commander in chief of the military and head of the Bolivian Police demanded, in no uncertain terms, that Morales resign.
Bolivia’s Legislative Assembly has not accepted Morales’ resignation as required by Bolivia’s Constitution. Most of the corporate-driven press has given a predictably one-sided view of the situation in the resource-rich State with a population of 11.5 million — more than half of which are Indigenous. It is evident that this was a coup d’etat backed by the United States.
Right-wing circles around the world are celebrating the forceful takeover of an administration that has been a driving force for…
