telesur — Argentina: President Macri Orders Crackdown on Protests

Neoliberalism in, democracy out in Argentina with right wing government.

The decision, which has generated widespread condemnation from civil society groups, comes after U.S. President Barack Obama announced plans to travel to Argentina next month, in part to "recognize" President Macri’s "contributions to the defense of human rights."

Orwellian double-speak from Obama

Among those critcizing the new restrictions is the Center for Legal and Social Studies, which argues that the new measure “provides security forces with the ability to repress and criminalize protests.”

Argentine lawmaker Myriam Bregman expressed similar sentiments. “It is absurd that a resolution can take away a fundamental right, such as the right to protest," she said.

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Among those critcizing the new restrictions is the Center for Legal and Social Studies, which argues that the new measure “provides security forces with the ability to repress and criminalize protests.”

Argentine lawmaker Myriam Bregman expressed similar sentiments. “It is absurd that a resolution can take away a fundamental right, such as the right to protest," she said.

Taking a lead from the NYPD?

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Argentina: President Macri Orders Crackdown on Protests

Sending a message.

March 24 is an official public holiday in Argentina and known as Day of Remembrance for Truth and Justice. Events are held on that date to commemorate the victims of the dictatorship and their Dirty War, backed by the United States, which left up to 30,000 killed or disappeared.

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