Evo Morales defies Bolivian government from Chapare stronghold

In Bolivia's central Chapare region, home to former president Evo Morales, dozens of coca growers have set up camps and continue road blockades despite a state of emergency that bans such gatherings. The protesters demand the resignation of President Rodrigo Paz and back Morales, who announced a temporary truce on the blockades that had cut food, medicine and fuel to cities for almost two months. Morales, wanted on charges of alleged sexual abuse of a minor, says he will not surrender. Government forces have warned they could move in, raising fears of a violent clash. The unrest underscores the power struggle between Morales' cocalero support base and the current administration.