Nara, 11-year-old Paraguayan schoolgirl will serve as the country’s symbolic president on Thursday, part of campaign for UN’ International Day of the Girl.
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Paraguay remains a country where democracy remains to be solidified and power returned to the people. In particular, many observers worry there is a lack of greater transparency in electoral processes. Corruption is also a major threat to democracy in Paraguay. Also check out our section on World Democracy or our articles with news about South America.
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Lawmakers Impeach Embattled Paraguay President
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President of Paraguay Faces Impeachment
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