Roque J. García
Roque J. García is a retired colonel and a political candidate in Uruguay known for his controversial views on historical events, particularly regarding the military dictatorship that ruled Uruguay from 1973 to 1985. He has publicly questioned the widely accepted number of disappeared individuals during that period, suggesting that the true figure is lower than reported. His remarks have sparked outrage and debate, as he claims that the narrative surrounding the disappeared is inflated for personal and political gain. García has also expressed opinions on other social issues, including marriage equality and adoption rights for same-sex couples.
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uruguay | 1 | 3.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 3,473,730 | 1,599 | $54,000 | 25$ |
| Totals | 1 | 3,473,730 | 1,599 | $54,000 | 25$ |
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Roque J. García criticized the Marcha del Silencio as a marketing operation and questioned the number of disappeared individuals during the dictatorship in Uruguay.
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