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People gather at the capital's main square, the Zocalo, as they listen to Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador in Mexico City, Sunday, November 27, 2022
HUNDREDS of thousands marched in Mexico’s capital on Sunday in a show of support for President Manuel Lopez “Amlo” Obrador.
The “people’s march” marked four years in office for the left-wing leader and was a response to a large opposition march two weeks ago to protest against Amlo’s proposal to reform the country’s electoral authority.
The president led Sunday’s march through central Mexico City, which was accompanied by mariachi music, singing and a festive atmosphere.
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