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Nicaragua: Poverty Problems, Social Strife and Democratic Deterioration. Requirement and BLUF. Will Nicaragua be stable or unstable in the next 24 months? In 24 Months, Nicaragua Will Likely Be Unstable Due To Social Unrest Caused By Poverty and Deterioration Of Democratic Institutions.
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Nicaragua: Poverty Problems, Social Strife and Democratic Deterioration
Requirement and BLUF Will Nicaragua be stable or unstable in the next 24 months? In 24 Months, Nicaragua Will Likely Be Unstable Due To Social Unrest Caused By Poverty and Deterioration Of Democratic Institutions
Poverty Problems • Low Incomes • 62% population in poverty • Poor Infrastructure • 70% unclean water • 85% unpaved roads • Economic Inflation • 2007: 17% www.midnightrider.com
Deteriorating Democratic Institutions • Corruption Rating • 2.6 of 10 • FSLN Control • Judiciary • Supreme Electoral Council commons.wikimedia.org
Social Strife • RAAN Region Strife • PLC vs. Miskitos • 2 dead, several wounded • Managua Garbage Crisis • Churequeros vs. Sanitation Workers http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1006/1194033471_7878940550.jpg?v=0
Summary • Nicaragua is likely to be unstable due to: • Poverty • Social Unrest • Deteriorating Democratic Institutions
Contact Information Ashley Harper 501 E. 38th Street, HP 614 Erie, PA 16546 aharpe30@mercyhurst.edu