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In Latin America, Torturers Lurk Behind Uniforms
Posted on Jun 29, 2010, Source: IPS News
The abuses reported include suffocation with plastic bags placed over the head, electric shocks to the genitals, punches, kicks, bites, threats and simulated executions.
In Venezuela, Shootings of Union Organizers Common
Posted on May 18, 2009, Source: IPS News
So far this year, four Ciudad Guayana activists belonging to different construction industry unions have been murdered.
Journalists Face Escalation of Violence
Posted on Jan 23, 2009, Source: IPS News
"The journalistic profession is in mourning."