AP, MONTEVIDEOFifteen years of leftist rule yesterday hung in the balance as Uruguay faced a tight presidential election that was likely to head to a runoff vote. However, opponents have capitalized on growing disenchantment with the government over slowing economic growth and rising insecurity. However, neither was expected to get the 50 percent plus one vote needed to win outright and avoid a runoff next month. Although the Broad Front led in the polls, political scientist Adolfo Garce said a second round win could be difficult. A number of other parties have already declared their intention to support the National Party or the candidate with the strongest chance of beating the incumbent in a second round.

Source: Taipei Times October 27, 2019 16:07 UTC