Bolivia President Evo Morales steps down after withdrawal of backing from security forces
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Bolivian President Evo Morales finally stepped down from his position after 3-week long -violent protests over his disputed re-election. Morales decided to resign after the army and police withdrew their backing. The leftist leader declared his resignation in a televised address. The streets of La Paz were immediately flooded with netizens who set off firecrackers and waved the country's red, yellow and green flag in celebration.
