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Romania: Protests Swell as Demands Widen to Include Resignation of Government

HeadlineFeb 06, 2017

Massive protests continue in Romania, where a half-million people took to the streets Sunday to continue protesting against government corruption. The demonstrations were initially sparked by the passage of an emergency ordinance that decriminalized misconduct by officials. On Saturday, the government rescinded that decree, but the mass protests continue. Many are now demanding the resignation of top politicians. Romania’s president is expected to give a speech later today.

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