Bolivia is days away from a pivotal election that could see the nation shift to a right-wing government after nearly 20 years under the dominant leftist party founded by former president Evo Morales.

The election is set against a backdrop of a deepening economic crisis. A scarcity of U.S. dollars and a significant fuel shortage have caused widespread disruption across the country.

Drivers have reported waiting in lines for days simply to refuel their vehicles.

Adding to the public's frustration, inflation has surged to a multi-decade high, impacting the price of consumer goods.

These challenging conditions have provided a strong opportunity for the right-wing opposition to gain power.

The leading candidates are Samuel Doria Medina, a businessman, and Tuto Quiroga, who briefly served as president in 2001. Both are veteran political figures, having each run for the presidency three times previously.

While voter sentiment is reportedly divided and largely unenthusiastic about the specific candidates and their platforms, there is a broad consensus among the population that the country needs a significant change.

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