Bolivians Set Fire to Trash, Demand President's Resignation

Thousands of Bolivians took to the streets of La Paz, the nation's administrative capital, to demand the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz. Farmers, miners, teachers, and transport workers chanted slogans and clashed with police, who deployed tear gas. Demonstrators also used stones and mining explosives as projectiles, setting fire to trash near government buildings.

President Paz, a conservative, assumed office just over six months ago, ending two decades of socialist rule. His administration faces Bolivia's most severe economic crisis in 40 years. The protesters are dissatisfied with the president's economic reforms.

"Some people want to sell the country and destroy it. As true Bolivians, we will not let them get away with it," said Omar Hancco, a 44-year-old miner. The unrest highlights deep divisions and economic hardship in the country.

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