Bolivia's 2025 Elections: Candidate Approvals Reveal Stark Disparities

Bolivia's 2025 Elections: A Statistical Snapshot of Candidate Approvals and Disapprovals Bolivia is gearing up for its general elections in 2025, and the pre-election process is proving to be a significant event. Recent data reveals a stark contrast in candidate approvals across different political alliances. This report analyzes the numbers, providing insight into the electoral landscape. The Fuerza del Pueblo alliance, for example, submitted 292 candidacies, but only 80 (27.4%) were approved, while 212 were rejected. "This shows a significant hurdle for the alliance," commented a political analyst. In contrast, the Libertad y Democracia alliance fared better, with 215 out of 330 (65.1%) candidates approved. Other alliances show varying degrees of success in candidate approvals. The ADN alliance had only 25.48% of its candidates approved, while Alianza Popular saw 25.89% of its candidates approved. These disparities highlight the complexities of the Bolivian electoral system and the challenges faced by different political groups. The data underscores the importance of understanding the electoral process and the factors influencing candidate approvals. The high rate of inhabilitations in some alliances raises concerns about the fairness and transparency of the process. Further investigation is needed to fully understand these disparities and their potential implications for the upcoming elections.