Latest posts by Eduardo Avila from April, 2010
Argentina: In Defense New Media Law
In Buenos Aires, Argentina, the blog Patria SI, Colonia NO [es] spreads the news about the April 9th march in defense of the new Media Law, which would prohibit media outlets from being concentrated in the hands of too few owners.
Cuba: Participation of Elián González in Communist Youth Congress
Ten years after his return to Cuba, Elián González is participating in the 9th Congress of the Union of Communist Youth [es], writes Yohandry Fontana.
Mexico: Children Born with AIDS
Each year in Mexico, between 250-300 children are born with AIDS, writes Jessica Uribe of Vivir México [es].
Peru: The Chances for Ex-President Alejandro Toledo
The chances for former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo in the 2011 elections are getting better and better, according to Juan Sheput of the blog Mate Pastor [es], who notes Toledo's rise in the polls and favorable opinion columns.
Guatemala: The Colorful Sights of Holy Week
Holy Week, which is celebrated the week before Easter, is an eagerly anticipated time in Guatemala. With colorful religious traditions and the abundance of typical foods, local bloggers have been experiencing the sights, sounds, and smells of Holy Week.
El Salvador: National Campaign Against Dengue Fever
Tim Muth writes about the national campaign against dengue fever in El Salvador, where 1965 cases have been reported during the first 70 days of the 2010.
Dominican Republic: Safety Messages Doubling as Political Propaganda
Accidents during Holy Week in the Dominican Republic traditionally have increased, and Aneudy Santos of Duarte 101 [es] notices that some politicians provide safety recommendations in public service announcements, which double as political campaigning.
Bolivia: The Best Mayor in the History of La Paz
Julio Peñaloza believes that Juan del Granado is the best Mayor in the history of La Paz, Bolivia [es] for transforming the urban city with various projects downtown and in the neighborhoods.
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