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Marzo 30, 2006
Bolivians March in VA
After the Salvadoran community, it is estimated that Bolivian immigrants make up the second largest Latin American community in the Washington DC Metro area. So there is no surprise to see American and Bolivian flags among the student marchers today in Northern Virginia. A slideshow and audio interview with a Bolivian-American student is included in the Washington Post article. What was especially impressive was how quickly that the march was organized. The interviewee states that the protest was planned using text messaging, instant messaging and other social networking websites over the course of one day. As a result, 1,500 students walked out of classes to attend - proof that technology can be a trusty tool to mobilize individuals who hold a common cause. Now all we need is to make sure that everyone has access to these tools.
Posted by eduardo at Marzo 30, 2006 11:27 PM