VOICED : Guatemaltecos marchan contra la corrupción y denuncian fraude en universidad

In Guatemala, thousands of indigenous students and social groups protested against President Alejandro Giammattei and other officials, denouncing corruption and electoral fraud. They also opposed the persecution of media directors. The protestors called for international support to combat corruption in the government. Giammattei and the Attorney General, Consuelo Porras, were accused of fostering corruption. Porras was sanctioned by the U.S. after dismissing Juan Francisco Sandoval, an anti-corruption leader. Sandoval suspected Russian businessmen of bribing Giammattei for port operations.

What was the primary reason for the protests in Guatemala?

• To support the government

• To demand better education

• To oppose corruption and electoral fraud

• To celebrate a national holiday

Who was accused of fostering a corrupt environment in Guatemala?

• The Chief of Police

• President Alejandro Giammattei and Attorney General Consuelo Porras

• The Minister of Education

• The Vice President

Why was Consuelo Porras included in a U.S. list?

• For promoting democracy

• For economic reforms

• For being a champion of human rights

• For being corrupt and anti-democratic

What was Juan Francisco Sandoval's role before his dismissal?

• Head of the Education Department

• Leader of the Opposition Party

• Chief of the Special Prosecutor's Office Against Impunity

• Minister of Finance

What was the nature of the alleged bribe involving Russian businessmen?

• To gain control over media outlets

• To influence educational policies

• To operate in a Caribbean port

• To secure a construction contract