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25 Apr 2008

Ex-bishop's election signals shift in Latin American politics

The election of former Roman Catholic bishop Fernando Lugo as president of Paraguay is a further sign of a left-wing shift in Latin America, according to long-term observers of the region's sometimes volcanic political scene.
21 Apr 2008

Radical ex-bishop ends one party rule in Paraguay

A former Catholic bishop who has campaigned vigorously for the poor has won Paraguay's presidential election to end more than 60 years of monopoly rule by the party that once backed vicious dictator General Alfredo Stroessner.
10 Mar 2007

German president visits Mennonite communities in Paraguay

European head of state makes a surprise visit to peace churches in Latin America
6 Feb 2007

Bishop suspended over candidacy for Presidential election

A bishop in Paraguay has been suspended by the Vatican after he declared his intention to run as a presidential candidate in the country's 2008 elections.