Latest posts by Renata Avila from March, 2008
Guatemala: Public Support for the Death Penalty
Public support for the death penatly in Guatemala is high, especially in light of the high crime rates and the lack of security across the country. Bloggers are divided on the issue saying that the law should be enforced, while others see it as a contradiction and that it has not lowered crime rates.
Guatemala: Addressing the Energy Crisis
Guatemala is the midst of an energy crisis. Some non-governmental organizations are experimenting with alternative fuels, and the national authorities are relying on dam projects, which has caused resistance from the local populations. The government has even adjusted daylight savings time to save energy. However, no solution has yet to solve this problem and local bloggers add their thoughts.
