The Jig Is Up for Rafael Correa – PanAm Post

On Thursday, August 13, several social groups in Ecuador joined forces to protest against the national government, most notably indigenous groups that used to support President Rafael Correa. These groups have revolted against a similarly inefficient, centralized economy. While it may be a far cry from Soviet communism, the Ecuadorian government has circumvented civil society and placed all planning in the hands of a political elite. Read more>>