Bolivians began demonstrating and erecting roadblocks three weeks ago to demand salary increases, stable fuel supplies and measures to mitigate the worst economic crisis in 40 years.

Followers of Bolivia’s ex-President Evo Morales have joined a massive protest movement against President Rodrigo Paz.

The United States expressed support for Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz as the country entered a third consecutive week of protests and road blockades.