Ideological shift in Bolivia with new president

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Ideological shift in Bolivia with new president
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Centrist politician Rodrigo Paz was sworn in as the new president of Bolivia on Saturday, marking the beginning of a new political chapter in the country after 20 years of leftist rule.

Paz won the second round of the presidential election in October with 55 percent of the vote, against right-wing candidate Jorge “Tuto” Quiroga.

58-year-old Paz's campaign slogan was "capitalism for all" and he has promised, among other things, lower taxes and budget discipline, but also the preservation of certain social programs.

He also wants to restore ties with the United States.

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