Bolivia on verge of legalizing work from age 10

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In this June 30, 2014 photo, Abigail, 11, sells pastries on a street in El Alto, Bolivia. While most of the rest of the world is trying to diminish child labor, Bolivia is on the verge of becoming the first nation legalize it from age 10. Under the legislation, 10-year-olds can work as long as they are under parental supervision and also attend school. (AP Photo/Juan Karita)EL ALTO, Bolivia (AP) — Alicia weaves through El Alto’s stalled traffic under a blazing sun, hawking colorful woven flowers to grumpy drivers and lovers.

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