2012 Elections

Hey everyone! So we’re gearing up for the 2012 midterm elections in El Salvador. Check back regularly for news updates and links to what’s going on in this crucial time in El Salvador. If you are interested in observing the election as a CISPES delegate, you must apply by January 20 (though this deadline may be extended).

2012 Elections Observation Delegation: Defending the Change

The 2012 Elections Observation Delegation is rapidly approaching! Please submit your application by January 20, 2012. You can find the application here. For more information, contact Lisa Fuller, lisa@cispes.org.

We hope to see you there! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us using the information below.

Do you like this flier? CISPES Service Learning student Natalie Long designed it for our Spanish group at the University of Washington!

Please join us at Café Allegro this winter quarter at the University of Washington to practice Spanish while we learn about the sociopolitical situation of El Salvador! Beginners can meet us on Tuesday between 3:30 and 4:30, and intermediate or advanced students can meet us on Thursday between 4:30 and 5:30. (These times may vary depending on the schedules of those who attend.)

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Shameless U.S. intervention continues in political affairs

On December 12, a group of Republican Senators in the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee effectively filibustered to block the confirmation of Mari Carmen Aponte to continue in her current role as US Ambassador… (Click on this paragraph or the image at right to be taken to the CISPES blog.)