Bolivia is set for a historic presidential runoff, ending nearly two decades of left-wing dominance by the Movement for Socialism (MAS). Center-right Senator Rodrigo Paz Pereira leads with 32.1% of votes, followed by former President Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga at 26.9%. MAS’s candidate Eduardo del Castillo received just 3.15%, but the party retains registration. Businessman Samuel Doria Medina, finishing third, has pledged support for Paz Pereira. The final contest will now determine Bolivia’s next president between two right-wing contenders.
Bolivia’s presidential election is heading to a runoff for the first time, marking the end of nearly two decades of dominance by the left-wing political party, Movement for Socialism (MAS). The final contest will be between two right-wing candidates, according to The Guardian.
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