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February 23, 2016

Bolivia: Morales Says Results of Re-election Referendum Still Not Final
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In news from Latin America, Bolivian President Evo Morales says he is
still awaiting final results on a referendum allowing him a fourth term.
Morales' current term ends in 2020; the referendum would have allowed
him to remain until 2025. Speaking Monday, Morales said results
indicating he lost the bid are not yet final.

Bolivian President Evo Morales: "I have asked all social groups, those
that took part in both the 'yes' and 'no' campaigns, to show great
serenity and responsibility in waiting for the final result from the
Supreme Electoral Tribunal. I have heard some people who seem to think
that my time has ended. But they are mistaken. Life goes on. And if 'no'
wins, the fights goes on, the project continues. I have so many
responsibilities, and there is no need to despair, no matter what the
result is."

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