Morales: Social Movements represent change (Sri Lanka Daily Times)

[struggle4progress]

Bolivian president, Evo Morales affirmed that Latin American social movements represent the vanguard of the struggle for the liberation of the peoples.

“That is why the right and empire counter attack with fury to promote the overthrowing of progressive governments in the region, said Morales during a speech in the First Summit of Social Movements of ALBA countries and leaders from about 40 countries that is being held in parallel to the 7th Forum of Presidents and delegations of the integrated bloc.

Morales accompanied by his Ecuadorian counterpart, Rafael Correa pointed out that Latin American peoples have begun a deep process of economic, social and political transformation in defense of the rights of the Mother Earth (Pachamama) and all natural resources.Referring to the proposal of a Trade Treaty of the Peoples that Bolivia presented against the US FCC he said that the pioneer of these struggles was the leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro ...

Referring to the coup in Honduras with chancellor Patricia Rodas Morales said it was an example of capitalist and imperialist attacks and called for the immediate restitution of the constitutionally elected president, Manuel Zelaya and explained that social movements are decisive in this struggle. He also attacked Washington for installing military bases in Colombia that represent a serious threat to peace and democracy in the region ...

http://www.dailynews.lk/2009/10/20/wld03.asp

[Judi Lynn]

1. Keeping the faith. Good for them. Hope for them ALL success, always. Thank you. n/t