Rodrigo Paz Wins Bolivia's Runoff Election
The preliminary count from Bolivia’s Electoral Tribunal shows a commanding lead for senator Rodrigo Paz in Sunday's presidential election.
He defeated Jorge Quiroga in preliminary Electoral Tribunal results. Rodrigo Paz was competing against former president Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga in a historic runoff.
- Rodrigo Paz leading with 54.53%
- Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga had 45.47%
- 98% of polling stations tallied
Oscar Hassenteufel, president of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal, said that voter participation in the runoff was between 85% and 89%.
He said the exact figure will be known in the coming days. Author summary: Rodrigo Paz wins election.