Bolivia’s presidential candidate Doria Medina closes campaign with criticism of opponents
Bolivian presidential candidate Samuel Doria Medina of the Alianza Unidad party used his final campaign rally to deliver a stinging rebuke of his opponents and outlined his vision for change ahead of the August 17 election.
“They have taken away our economy, they have taken away economic stability, and even more so, they have taken away justice. Drug trafficking has been granted citizenship. Don’t let them take away your vote any longer,” Doria Medina told supporters. “Make yourselves heard on August 17, let your vote speak clearly, shout for change and for a new future,” he told Viory.
In his remarks, the businessman-turned-politician accused rival candidates of engaging in “dirty warfare” instead of focusing on real solutions. He touted his “100-day plan” for government reform, which includes decrees to end state secrecy and curb wasteful spending, promising full transparency across the public sector.
Positioning himself as an alternative to “career politicians,” Doria Medina stressed his private-sector background as evidence of his ability to deliver results. “Unlike the other candidates who are the usual politicians, I am a businessman, a businessman who seeks out the best people, not just friends,” he said. “To get things done, I set deadlines and deliver results; I don’t procrastinate. Now, we need a businessman president.”
The rally saw large crowds marching and dancing through the streets in support of Doria Medina, who is making his fourth run for Bolivia’s top office.
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