Stories from 10 January 2006
Venezuela: Oswaldo Barreto
We have linked to several of Guillermo Juan Parra's translations of Oswaldo Barreto's editorials. Now, Parra focuses in on Barreto himself and his ties to Venezuelan poetry and literature.
Colombia: U.S. aid to Colombia
Plan Colombia and Beyond breaks down the numbers of U.S. aid to Colombia in 2004, 2005, and what has been requested for 2006.
Peru: Humala called a “Little Dictator” by former ally
More controversy follows leftist presidential candidate, Ollanta Humala. Peru Election 2006 reports that Humala was called “a little dictator” by former colleague, Michael Martínez.
Bolivia: Impressions of Evo Morales
Both Miguel Centallas and Miguel Buitrago pen their thoughts on President-elect Evo Morales while The Latin Americanist takes a sample of what the international media have to say.
Chile: Love Parade 2006
GlowMain has photos and video of Saturday's “Love Parade” in Santiago, Chile. It certainly looks as though a good time was had by all. There is also a group on Flickr.
