MAS-IPSP Challenges Political Polls Ahead of Bolivia's 2025 Elections

Bolivia's MAS-IPSP Raises Concerns Over Political Polling's Influence on 2025 Elections La Paz, Bolivia – June 3, 2025 – The Movement for Socialism – Instrumental Party (MAS-IPSP) has voiced concerns about the potential manipulation of public opinion through political polls in the lead-up to the 2025 general elections. Deisy Choque, Vice President of the Chamber of Deputies, stated that some candidates are using polls to present a skewed view of their popularity, potentially influencing voter choices. "The MAS-IPSP sees that some polls are trying to influence the vote of the population," Choque said in an interview with Bolivia TV. She pointed to the prominent media coverage given to certain candidates, suggesting this creates an uneven playing field. Choque also highlighted the recent release of polls showing a strong lead for certain candidates, questioning the timing of these publications in relation to the MAS-IPSP's own candidate announcements. The MAS-IPSP's concerns reflect a broader debate about the role of polling in shaping public perception during election campaigns. The party is actively working to counter what it perceives as a deliberate attempt to influence voters through biased or strategically timed poll releases. The upcoming elections are expected to be highly contested, making the impact of such polls a significant factor in the electoral process. The party is committed to ensuring a fair and transparent election.