Bolivia's divisive popular vote for senior judges offers lessons for Mexico

Campaigning in Bolivia for Sunday’s judicial election is strictly forbidden, but candidates have resorted to subtle tactics like promoting themselves on corn puff packets. The elections are seen as a way to purge corruption and boost democracy, but apathetic voters are frustrated by the lack of knowledge about the candidates. The election, delayed due to power struggles, only involves a partial vote for seats on the Constitutional Court, raising concerns about the legitimacy of the process and its impact on Bolivian democracy.

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