The dispute between Evo Morales and current President Luis Arce has triggered deadly violence in defense of Morales’ cause, which signals the power of his supporters to question the legitimacy of an election that excludes the former president.
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The dispute between Evo Morales and current President Luis Arce has triggered deadly violence in defense of Morales’ cause, which signals the power of his supporters to question the legitimacy of an election that excludes the former president.
La disputa entre Evo Morales y el actual presidente Luis Arce ha desencadenado una violencia mortal en defensa de la causa de Morales, que pone de manifiesto el poder de sus seguidores para cuestionar la legitimidad de unas elecciones que excluyen al expresidente.