Freedom and democracy are key themes this week on "Latin Pulse." The struggle for freedom in Cuba is the subject of an in-depth report that looks at how dissidents are using the internet and technology to oppose the government of Raul Castro. Advances in democracy underline the discussion of elections and politics in Chile.  The program looks at the political scene there after the primary win of former President Michelle Bachelet, as she attempts to return to power.  The news segment covers the latest diplomatic maneuvers in Latin America regarding Edward Snowden who revealed the depth of NSA domestic spying.  The program also includes a commentary on the protest movement in Brazil.
The program includes an in-depth interview with:

Lois Hecht Oppenheim of American Jewish University.

The program also includes interviews with: 

Ted Henken of Baruch College of City University of New York;
Antonio Rodiles of Estado de SATS; and
Mary Long of the University of Colorado.

Executive Producer: Rick Rockwell
Associate Producer: Curt Devine.

The photo of former Chilean President Michelle Bachelet celebrating with her campaign staff is from her presidential campaign and is in the public domain.


Reviewing the Primaries in Chile & Cuban Dissidents on the Net (Lp7032013)

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Reviewing the Primaries in Chile & Cuban Dissidents on the Net (Lp7032013)

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