Simeon: Peru's president is a political neophyte and out of her depth. He says she agrees with the police actions against protesters, but can't rein them in. The protests are mostly aimed at Pedro Castillo, who was ousted from office last month. Simeon: Most people protesting are on the left; they're unhappy that Castillo wasn't championing them.
Dozens have died in anti-government protests in Peru. Journalist Simeon Tegel reports from Lima on how the mounting anger over corruption and inequality has implications for the entire hemisphere.
This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Efim Shapiro, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.
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