Sad faces all round as Bolivia’s clowns protest over decree threatening their livelihoods
Clowns in Bolivia have been upset by a new school mandate that cuts off the events from which they earn a livingDozens of clowns marched through the streets of Bolivia’s capital on Monday to protest against a government decree that limits extracurricular activities in schools, threatening their...
<p>Clowns in Bolivia have been upset by a new school mandate that cuts off the events from which they earn a living</p><p>Dozens of clowns marched through the streets of Bolivia’s capital on Monday to protest against a government decree that limits extracurricular activities in schools, threatening their livelihoods.</p><p>Wearing full face paint and their signature red noses, the clowns gathered in front of the ministry of education in La Paz to oppose a decree published in February. The new mandate says schools must comply with 200 days of lessons each year – in effect banning schools from hosting the special events where the entertainers are frequently employed.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/mar/31/bolivia-clown-protests-decree-school-holiday-parties">Continue reading...</a>
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