Bolivia prospered on the watch of its firebrand leftist president, but his refusal to step aside led to an ignominious downfall.
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‘This Will Be Forever’: How the Ambitions of Evo Morales Contributed to His Fall
Bolivia prospered on the watch of its firebrand leftist president, but his refusal to step aside led to an ignominious downfall.
President Accused of Fraud in Bolivia Election as He Opens Big Vote Lead
Early results suggested that President Evo Morales would be able to avoid a runoff against Carlos Mesa, but election monitors cast doubts on the result.
Bolivia’s Evo Morales Faces Runoff, Early Election Returns Show
A once wildly popular leader faced broad opposition as he sought to stay in office until 2025.
Duterte Sees Chance to Consolidate Power in Philippine Elections
The police reported scattered incidents of violence and voter intimidation as Filipinos began voting Monday to decide control of the Senate.
In Philippines Elections, Duterte Sees Chance to Consolidate Power
The police reported scattered incidents of violence and voter intimidation as Filipinos began voting Monday to decide control of the Senate.
Opposition Leader Is Seen by Church as Winning Congo Vote
The Catholic Church, widely trusted, has determined that Martin Fayulu is the victor of the disputed presidential election, setting up a confrontation with the government.
He’s Handing Over the Presidency but Not Necessarily His Power
Forced out by term limits after 17 years, President Joseph Kabila says he would accept an opposition victory in elections this month. But many expect he’ll return in five years.