by María Suárez Toro
Costa Rica/Puerto Rico
On the one hand, the Republicans currently have - due to Bush’s performance - the lowest level of popularity they have had in a long time. So much so that it would not be an exaggeration to think that a Republican candidate stands little chance in the 2008 elections. The image of Republicans in government is not popular.
by María Suárez Toro
Costa Rica/Puerto Rico
Millions of tourists have visited Costa Rica, affectionately know as “ticolandia,” for decades, attracted to it largely because its protection of both its lush forest and coastal areas means it offers inviting, pristine beaches and unique natural beauty.
But the pending US elections may result in changes that could affect our country very profoundly, with very negative effects.
Call of the Wild
Costa Rica is what you might call a species in threat of extinction by CAFTA agreements. The majority of people in Costa Rica have become protectionists of the rare species of government and life that we have, which is now actively being eaten away at by some of its own as well as by outsiders: the pressure of the US Administration, multinational corporations and the local elites with close links to both.
by María Suárez Toro
Costa Rica/Puerto Rico
In Costa Rica, a multidisciplinary group of women artists, scientists, activists and academics is producing a musical, Wings of the Butterfly.
Among the women involved are microbiologist, Libia Herrera; anthropologist and environmentalist, Lorena Aguilar; singer and composer, Guadalupe Urbina; radio producer, Katerina Anfossi; historian, Anna Arroba; and scriptwriter, Roxana Campos, among others.
