Protesting in Costa Rica
Cab drivers, bikers, doctors and government employees all protested on Tuesday in Costa Rica, reported the Tico Times.
More than 7,000 taxi drivers demonstrated to demand better policing of illegal taxis.
Motorcycle owners were unhappy about an increase in the fee for vehicle owners. To express their displeasure, they idled and revved their engines in the capital, causing traffic jams.
Anesthesiologists are continuing a two-week long work stoppage over working conditions. Almost 1,500 surgeries have been canceled.
And employees from the government office that publishes official documents are also striking for better conditions.
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