Ecuador. Not doing so hot

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  • ernexbcn0

    Two doctors from the hospital Correa was supposedly being held captive said he was given attention and was asked to leave, and did not want to.

    I believe this was an orchestrated maneuver from Correa to gain popular support. I don't think there was any coup attempt at all.

    • There were pretty specific demands from the Police force as well. No organized political movement trying to overthrow his government.IRNlun6
    • ... his government.IRNlun6
    • I think he's just using the police officers demonstration to consolidate power. Kill two birds with one stone.IRNlun6
    • @IRN
      I hope you are right and the CIA is not involved but I think you are wrong. we will see.
      74LEO
    • If the CIA is involved, I think there's more economic incentive to be on Correa and the military's side.IRNlun6
    • ... and greater incentive undermine local law enforcement and prop up the military in public opinion.IRNlun6
    • Look for any major weapons sales in the next coming months as proof of foreign involvement.IRNlun6

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