Reply #7: Killbotfactory reminded us in another thread that Peru's Alan Garcia just got his own rule by decree

[Judi Lynn]

last April, which probably many had already forgotten.

Last Updated: Saturday, 28 April 2007, 06:31 GMT 07:31 UK

Peru leader gets emergency powers
By Dan Collyns
BBC News, Lima

Peru's parliament has granted emergency powers to President Alan Garcia in order to deal with drug trafficking and organised crime.
Congress overwhelmingly approved the move but around 20 Congressmen walked out of the session before the vote.

President Garcia has promised not to abuse the powers, which are valid for the next 60 days.
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Mr Garcia vowed to take a heavy hand against drug trafficking cartels, which have increased their presence in Peru in recent years.
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http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/americas/6602551.stm

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You probably recall he stated he expects to bomb the holy bejesus out of suspected drug places.

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Interestingly enough, Alan Garcia ALSO REJECTED RENEWAL OF TWO RADIO STATIONS, AND THREE TELEVISION STATIONS in April. Where's the screeching from the right-wing controlled corporate media on this? Why didn't the right-wing posters infest every goddamed thread on that notable occassion?