The conservative Colorado Party leads in 10 of 13 local elections in Paraguay. This data comes from the Electoral Court. Candidates from this ruling party are winning in areas like San Alfredo, San Pedro, Santa Elena, and Tobati. They also lead in Abai, Cambyreta, Sapucai, Ybycui, Santa Rita, and Capiata. The opposition, known as PLRA, […]
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