Bolivar was the man who liberated much of South America from European rule. This quote most likely means that he and the other rebels have seen the light of freedom due to their actions, and do not wish to return to the control of Europe. Bolivar wanted to bring independence to South America, as he saw the European rulers as oppressive.
It decreased prices for consumers.
For example, someone could argue that tobacco smoking has created a problem in society because of increased illness and a higher death rate,gun control,and drugs.
I believe that the answer is sixty thousand people. Hope this helped :)
