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"Supporters of former Bolivian President Evo Morales entered La Paz as part of the so-called ‘March for Life’ to join the protest movement against the government of Rodrigo Paz, amidst a growing crisis marked by roadblocks, shortages and political tension. "The government is criminal [...], we are angry, hurt by this government. It has not only issued decrees, it has passed laws, it has done everything against our Bolivian people," stated protester Cristina Quispe, who blamed the security forces for the events in Ingavi and declared that the loss of life recorded during the crisis has only intensified the protests. The 'March for Life' began on May 12 in Caracollo and proceeded along the highway between Oruro and La Paz. Its participants are demanding Paz's resignation and an end to the legal proceedings against Morales. “The United States can’t interfere in our internal affairs. But the United States gives Rodrigo Paz instructions, and Rodrigo Paz uses military police to carry out massacres. And that’s why, in six months of government, he has been bathed in the blood of Indigenous people,” declared Feliciano Vegamonte, leader of the Confederation of Peasant Workers. The march coincided with clashes near Plaza Murillo—the seat of government and parliament—where police used tear gas to contain the advance of the protesters, who responded with firecrackers. Authorities evacuated the parliament building as the marches progressed. The protests began more than two weeks ago, driven by unions and agrarian groups demanding economic improvements and Paz’s resignation, while reports of shortages and hardships in various regions of the country are increasing. In response, the government deployed approximately 3,500 security forces to clear the roadblocks."
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