What was the name of Mobutu's political party?
Union for Democracy and Social Progress
Congolese National Movement
Popular Movement of the Revolution
Liberation Movement of Congo
Answer
The Popular Movement of the Revolution (MPR) was Mobutu's political party. It was a political organization in Zaire, serving as the sole legal party from 1967 until its dissolution in 1990. The MPR advocated for a form of socialism known as "Zairian authenticity", which combined elements of traditional African culture with socialist ideals. Mobutu used the MPR to maintain control over the country, centralize power, and suppress dissent.
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