Americas Quarterly – From Ecuador. What Correa’s “Coup” Means for Democracy
Date: Oct 8, 2010
Analysis of the situation in Ecuador:
Correa’s recent political maneuverings would make even Machiavelli proud. A recap of the official version of the events of September 30: a coup attempt by the police, allegedly planned by opposition politicians; the president held hostage for hours; the swift and decisive action of President Correa ensured the defeat of the opposition and the restoration of democracy.
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