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We want to govern with our indigenous ancestors' models: That means a different concept of participation, community work and honesty.

Evo Morales

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Evo Morales
Age: 65
Born: 1959
Born: October 26
Politician
President Of Bolivia
Trade Unionist
Juan Evo Morales Aima
Juan Evo Morales Ayma
Honesty
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Indigenous
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