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October 26, 2009

Uruguayan Presidential Election Headed for Runoff
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In Uruguay, a former left-wing rebel is a step closer to winning the
presidency. In the first round of voting, Jose Mujica won just under the
50 percent needed for an outright victory. He will now face former
president Luis Lacalle in a runoff.



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