Oct 1st, 2008 · Young rappers in Bolivia sing songs that rail against consumerism, money and oppression. Sung in Aymara, the language of the highland Indians, Bolivian rap blends aspects of American hip-hop with native sounds, creating a unique form of social commentary.
Sep 20th, 2008 · Bolivian President Evo Morales sent the U.S. ambassador, Philip Goldberg, packing this month, accusing him of fomenting unrest. Goldberg calls this a sad moment in U.S.-Bolivian relations and says he believes Morales used his ouster to distract from serious political problems he has at home.
Sep 14th, 2008 · The two countries have been sharply at odds over coca, which Bolivian President Evo Morales says is unfairly demonized by the United States. Some Bolivians say the spread of coca is troubling, but farmers say they just can't make it without planting the crop, now that the price is increasing.
Sep 12th, 2008 · Embattled Bolivian President Evo Morales owes his rise to his support for poor coca farmers and a promise to share the country's resource wealth.
Sep 12th, 2008 · Violence in remote parts of Bolivia is being felt across Latin America. Venezuela has expelled the U.S. ambassador, while Argentina, Brazil, Colombia and other countries seek to help restore order.
Aug 10th, 2008 · In Bolivia on Sunday, President Evo Morales faced a recall referendum. It was the most serious challenge since he took office two years ago.
Aug 9th, 2008 · President Evo Morales has built a strong base of support among the poor in the Bolivia's high plains since taking office in 2006. But those in the country's wealthier eastern lowlands say his path to socialism will lead Bolivia to ruin. A referendum is asking Bolivians whether to keep Morales as president.
May 13th, 2008 · Deep in the tropics of Bolivia, young musicians and others are keeping alive the legacy of the country's 17th-century Jesuit missionaries. A region with eight mission towns is home to the richest collection of Baroque manuscripts in the Americas and Asia.