In this enlightening discussion, Álvaro García Linera, Bolivia's former Vice President under Evo Morales, delves into the remarkable ascent of Bolivia's first indigenous president. He shares the emotional impact of this historic election on indigenous communities and discusses the fight against poverty and the complexities of the coca leaf industry. García Linera reflects on the monumental protests that galvanized indigenous empowerment and offers insights into the transformative policies that shaped Bolivia's socio-political landscape during Morales's presidency.