Latest posts by Milton Ramirez from May, 2008
Ecuador: President Correa Criticized During European Visit
President Rafael Correa has not had an easy time during his European visit. At various events, he has been publicly criticized for his anti-Colombian rhetoric and for his inaction for helping the immigrant communities. At one meeting, he confronted an Ecuadoran immigrant who had been openly critical, and Correa said to him, "because of idiots like you, the entire Ecuadoran community looks bad." Even though some reports say that the man had been rude, the exchange did not go over too well with bloggers and the media.
Ecuador: A Weekend of Free Software Throughout the Country
Throughout Latin America, Free Software festivals were held where the general public could bring in their computers and receive installations of free software. In Ecuador, this event received special attention since the government has moved towards the installation of this software in computers of the public adminitration. Fourteen events were held throughout the country and bloggers were on hand to write about the organization, participation and results.
