Thursday, February 6, 2014

Jose Mujica - The most humble President of Uruguay

Jose Mujica president of Uruguay by Lt Blak

The Most Kickass and Coolest President in the World...
Currently the president of Uruguay, is known for being a rarity among powerful politicians,
as he chooses to donate around 90% of his $12,000 monthly salary to charities that benefit poor people and small entrepreneurs
This post was originally published by iLyke on Jan 13, 2014.
Lt Blak respects humble and honest people like him.
It requires a lot of guts and self determination to live by one's principles.


Jose Mujica president of Uruguay by Lt Blak

Jose Mujica president of Uruguay by Lt Blak

A Guerrilla Fighter
A guerrilla fighter for Tupamaros (a "Robinhood" organization that stole from the rich and gave to the poor) he was imprisoned twice,
kept in horrible conditions, escaped once, and was only apprehended after being shot six times by the police.
He was released fourteen years later when a constitutional democracy was restored.


Jose Mujica president of Uruguay by Lt Blak

Jose Mujica president of Uruguay by Lt Blak

Presidential Palace, House and car
Although this beautiful palace with 42 staff members is available to him he instead lives on a small farm a few minutes from the capital.
He drives a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle, and is a part time farmer, growing flower for sale at nearby markets.
He lives in a small house with his wife, who was also imprisoned guerrilla figher and member of Tupamaros, who is now a Uruguayan senator.


Jose Mujica president of Uruguay by Lt Blak

Guards
His only protection are two guards positioned on his road (required by government) and his three legged dog Manuela.

A Honest Man
This man is leading by example. It is clear the power has not corrupted him.
He leads for his people.
We need more world leaders like him.


Links and Videos
1. Post from iLyke.net.
2. Post from Occupy.com.
3. Detailed Bio from Wikipedia.
4. Post from theguardian.com.
5. Video on YouTube - Uruguay's Jose Mujica, the poorest president in the world, BBC News.
6. Video on YouTube - Wow! The World Poorest and Richest President.


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