Rodrigo Paz Wins: Bolivia's Electoral Context in Five Charts
Rodrigo Paz won over disillusioned voters in the October runoff but faces a challenging economic scenario when he takes the reins in November.
Bolivia's President-elect Rodrigo Paz won the presidential runoff on October 19, ending the 20-year dominance of the Movement for Socialism (MAS).
The leftist MAS was hobbled by unpopularity linked to Bolivia’s economic downturn and infighting between its long-time populist leader, ex-President Evo Morales, and outgoing President Luis Arce.
Paz won 54% of the vote, defying polls to bring home the biggest vote share in the first round.
- Paz won over disillusioned voters in the October runoff.
- The Movement for Socialism (MAS) will have a severely diminished role in the country’s fragmented legislature.
Author's summary: Rodrigo Paz wins Bolivia's presidential election.
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