After two decades of left-wing governments, Bolivia's presidential run-off will usher in conservative leadership.
How a presidential election heralds a political shift in South America
By María Silvia Trigo
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Santa Cruz, Bolivia – Bolivia stands at a turning point in its history.
An economic crisis and divided left has opened the door to a possible right-wing victory for the first time in decades.
Bolivia is headed to a presidential run-off election between a center-right politician and a right-wing candidate after voters on…
Early results show centrist Rodrigo Paz in the lead, with 32.8 percent of the vote.
The rightward turn by the Bolivian electorate can see changes in economic policies and diplomatic ties.
First-round result marks the end of nearly 20 years of dominance by the leftist Movimiento al Socialismo as economic crisis grips…
After an historic defeat for the long-dominant political left, two candidates have promised a new pro-market direction.
