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A Crisis in Peru Signals Trouble for South America

A Crisis in Peru Signals Trouble for South America

FromThe Daily


A Crisis in Peru Signals Trouble for South America

FromThe Daily

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Length:
31 minutes
Released:
Dec 22, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

A few weeks ago, when President Pedro Castillo of Peru attempted an illegal power grab and ended up in jail, the response was unexpected: Thousands of protesters took to the streets to support him, and some died.Why does such a divisive leader have such fierce backing? And what does the upheaval in Peru tell us about the way the political winds are blowing in South America?Guest: Julie Turkewitz, the Andes bureau chief for The New York Times.Background reading: What is going on in Peru and why are people protesting? Here’s what to know.Days after Mr. Castillo’s removal from office and arrest, thousands of his supporters have joined protests demanding his reinstatement. To them, he is the voice of the marginalized.For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. 
Released:
Dec 22, 2022
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