Arévalo Sworn In as Guatemala's President After Months of Resistance, Vows Social Justice Despite Limited Indigenous Representation
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Bernardo Arévalo was finally sworn in as Guatemala's new president after months of efforts to derail his inauguration.
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Arévalo faces huge challenges, including lack of Congressional support and calls to remove the attorney general who opposed his presidency.
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In his inauguration speech, Arévalo acknowledged Guatemala's large Indigenous population and called for social justice and democracy.
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Arévalo visited Indigenous protesters who supported him against attempts to block his presidency. However, his cabinet includes only one Indigenous member.
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The U.S. applauded Guatemalans for advancing democracy despite challenges and sanctioned officials for undermining the country's democracy.