Morales: Social Movements represent change

Bolivia: Bolivian president, Evo Morales affirmed that Latin American social movements represent the vanguard of the struggle for the liberation of the peoples.

“That is why the right and empire counter attack with fury to promote the overthrowing of progressive governments in the region, said Morales during a speech in the First Summit of Social Movements of ALBA countries and leaders from about 40 countries that is being held in parallel to the 7th Forum of Presidents and delegations of the integrated bloc.

Morales accompanied by his Ecuadorian counterpart, Rafael Correa pointed out that Latin American peoples have begun a deep process of economic, social and political transformation in defense of the rights of the Mother Earth (Pachamama) and all natural resources.Referring to the proposal of a Trade Treaty of the Peoples that Bolivia presented against the US FCC he said that the pioneer of these struggles was the leader of the Cuban Revolution, Fidel Castro.

During the 1st Summit of Social Movements with 700 delegates from Latina America, United States, Europe, Asia and Africa Morales said the continent is living historical transformations such as in his country where democracy in backed by the votes of the peoples conscience.

Referring to the coup in Honduras with chancellor Patricia Rodas Morales said it was an example of capitalist and imperialist attacks and called for the immediate restitution of the constitutionally elected president, Manuel Zelaya and explained that social movements are decisive in this struggle. He also attacked Washington for installing military bases in Colombia that represent a serious threat to peace and democracy in the region.

Morales added that the Summit of Social Movements should be a mechanism to enrich public policies of the ALBA nations.

The Ecuadorian president, for his part, warned that social movements in Bolivia must be clear about the opposition, more so during elections, since they will use all in their power to attack the government headed by Morales.

Cochabamba, Prensa Latina