Evo Morales

Evo Morales is a Bolivian politician who served as the country's first Indigenous president from 2006 to 2019. He is known for his leftist policies, which included nationalizing natural resources and promoting social reform, aiming to reduce poverty and inequality. Morales, a member of the Aymara Indigenous community, focused on empowering marginalized groups in Bolivia. His presidency faced both support and criticism, particularly regarding his controversial attempts to extend term limits. In 2019, he resigned after disputed elections and protests, leading to significant political turmoil in the country. He returned from exile in 2020 after his party won the presidency again.