Broad opposition coalition rejects attacks on democracy and constitutional rights

On August 23, the judge overseeing the case of the five Santa Marta environmentalists who’ve been detained since January ruled that they be transferred to house arrest. This decision represents a significant victory after months of constant struggle by the Social Economic Development Association (ADES Santa Marta) and others in the community, Salvadoran popular movement and human rights organizations, and international solidarity allies.

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