Latest posts by Juan Arellano from October, 2007
Peru: Census Day
On Sunday, October 21, Peruvians were counted as part of the National Census. However, with such a massive undertaking, problems would surely arise. Bloggers reported inexperienced census-takers, a lack of security for census workers, and the fuss over the lack of transportation.
Americas: The Kick Off for World Cup Qualifiers
The road to the World Cup South Africa 2010 began this past weekend in South America. The Global Voices Latin American team joined forces to bring you reactions from across the continent as some teams marked surprising victories, while others felt the sour taste of defeat.
Peru: How the Media Handled the Allegations Against Toledo
A Peruvian Congressman made allegations against former President Alejandro Toledo that he was involved in a rape of a young woman. Even though subsequent contradictory statements from the alleged victim and witnesses have not proven that Toledo did or did not commit the crime, the Peruvian press was quick to cast judgment. Peruvian bloggers took notice that Toledo seems to receive special treatment from the media, and this latest allegation was one more opportunity to place him on the front pages.
