Carlos Mesa

ModernPoliticianBolivia1953 — ?

Bolivian historian turned president.

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Quick Facts

Born

1953

Country

Bolivia

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)49

Political (20%)55

Influence (20%)52

Legacy (20%)42

Leadership (15%)59

Strategy (15%)42

Total Score49.6

Carlos Mesa — Complete Timeline

1990 AD

Historian and AuthorCultural

Before and after his presidency, Mesa worked as a historian and author, writing extensively on Bolivian history. His works include 'Presidentes de Bolivia' and other historical texts.

HistoryWriting

Impact: nationalconstructive

2002 AD

Became Vice PresidentPolitical Action

Carlos Mesa was elected vice president of Bolivia under President Gonzalo S

Vice Presidency

Impact: national

2003 AD

Became President After ResignationPolitical Action◆ Major

After Sánchez de Lozada resigned during the Gas War, Mesa became president of Bolivia. He served from 2003 to 2005, inheriting a deeply divided country.

PresidencySuccession

Impact: national

2004 AD

Held Referendum on Gas PolicyPolitical Action◆ Major

Mesa held a national referendum on Bolivia's natural gas policy, which resulted in a vote to increase state control and export gas. However, the referendum did not resolve political tensions.

ReferendumGas Policy

Impact: nationalconstructive

2005 AD

Resigned Amidst ProtestsPolitical Action◆ Major

Mesa resigned the presidency in 2005 after months of protests and political deadlock over gas policy and autonomy demands from wealthy regions. His resignation led to early elections.

ResignationProtests

Impact: nationaltragic