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The peoples of the Andes believe in the concept of 'living well' instead of wanting to 'live better' by consuming more, regardless of the cost to our neighbors and our environment.
Evo Morales
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Evo Morales
Age: 65
Born: 1959
Born: October 26
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President Of Bolivia
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Juan Evo Morales Aima
Juan Evo Morales Ayma
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