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February 19, 2021

Protests in Guatemala Call for an End to Violence Against Indigenous Communities
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In Guatemala City, thousands took to the streets Thursday in a protest
led by Indigenous leaders denouncing years of state violence against
Indigenous communities. Protesters are also demanding the resignation of
President Alejandro Giammattei. This is former presidential candidate
and Indigenous leader Thelma Cabrera speaking to the crowd.

Thelma Cabrera: "The worst pandemic that exists in Guatemala is
corruption. It's the theft that operates in the three branches of
government of this colonial state, this nation-state. … Today we showed
them that we are here and stronger than ever."



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