The LSE Latin America and Caribbean blog welcomes comments on all blogs and will accept any reasonable or constructive comment that contributes to debate, including strong criticisms, so feel free to say what you want within reason. The blog operates a propriety filter, so comments are routed to the blog editor and not posted for public view until they have been checked. Comments will usually be moderated quickly, but please bear in mind that moderation operates on a part-time basis.
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