The opposition says the changes would allow current President Gloria Arroyo to stay in power past the end of her term in May,next year.

VOA: standard.2009.08.03

The United States had tried to mediate in the simmering dispute that led to the coup, centering on what Mr.Zelaya's opponents saw as an effort to remain in power even though obligated by term limits to leave office in January.

VOA: standard.2009.07.01