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December 18, 2023

Far-Right Argentine President Javier Milei Announces Plans to Crack Down on Protests
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In Argentina, human rights advocates warn of a looming crackdown by the
government of far-right President Javier Milei to suppress anticipated
protests in response to Milei's economic reforms and the drastic
devaluation of the Argentinian currency. The plan targets the blockade
of roads and major highways, while Milei's security minister said last
week protesters would be surveilled with "video, digital or manual
means." The move was condemned by leaders across Latin America. This is
Mexican President Andrés Manuel López Obrador.

President Andrés Manuel López Obrador: "Don't fall into any provocation.
Nonviolence and civil peaceful resistance are politically effective.
Don't expose yourself to danger. Avoid harassment. But that does not
mean not protesting."



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