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In Bolivia, the middle class, intellectuals and the self-employed are proud of their Indian roots. Unfortunately, some oligarchic groups continue to treat us as being inferior.

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
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