The president of El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, proclaimed himself the winner of the general elections held on Sunday “with more than 85% of the votes,” according to what he published on the social network democratic history of the world.
“We have won the presidency of the Republic for the second time with more than 85% of the votes,” Bukele said before hundreds of his followers in his victory speech in the Historic Center of San Salvador.
Bukele, who ran for re-election despite the fact that the Constitution prevents it, used a legal trick to run in an election in which all polls showed him as the favorite.
The preliminary scrutiny of the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) of El Salvador had reached 31.49% until midnight this Sunday, with which President Nayib Bukele added 1,295,888 votes.
With these results, which must be ratified in a final scrutiny with the physical records, Bukele would obtain an overwhelming advantage over his opponents.
Behind the New Ideas party (NI), the Farabundo Martí National Liberation Front (FMLN, left) is placed with 110,244 votes and the National Republican Alliance (Arena, right), with 96,700 votes.
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How can the fragmented opposition in El Salvador impact the future political landscape according to Dr. Gonzalez?
**Interview with Political Analyst Dr. Maria Gonzalez**
**Editor**: Thank you for joining us, Dr. Gonzalez. President Nayib Bukele has proclaimed himself the winner of the recent general elections in El Salvador, claiming over 85% of the votes. What are your thoughts on his self-declaration and the implications for democracy in the country?
**Dr. Gonzalez**: Thank you for having me. Bukele’s proclamation raises significant concerns about the state of democracy in El Salvador. While an 85% win may suggest overwhelming support, we must question the legitimacy of the electoral process, especially considering Bukele’s controversial move to run for re-election despite constitutional restrictions. This could set a dangerous precedent where leaders ignore legal boundaries to consolidate power.
**Editor**: That’s an interesting point. Many view his popularity as a reflection of the public’s desire for change. Do you believe that his significant victory could be seen as a mandate for his policies?
**Dr. Gonzalez**: It’s essential to differentiate between support for his policies and an endorsement of authoritarian tactics. While Bukele enjoys considerable popularity—likely due to his approach to crime and economic issues—it’s crucial to ask whether this popularity is the result of genuine approval or a reaction to the opposition’s struggles. A debate arises: is this an expression of democratic will, or a willingness to overlook the erosion of democratic norms for perceived stability?
**Editor**: In light of the divided opposition, particularly with the FMLN and Arena parties trailing far behind, what does this mean for the political landscape moving forward?
**Dr. Gonzalez**: The opposition’s fragmentation suggests they have not effectively represented the public’s needs or challenged Bukele’s narrative. This presents an opportunity for political discourse—should there be a unified front to address the growing authoritarianism, or do voters prefer this bifurcated choice? The question becomes: Are Salvadorans willing to accept this political reality, or will they demand a return to a more democratic framework?
**Editor**: Thank you, Dr. Gonzalez. This certainly opens the floor for discussion among our readers—what do you think about Bukele’s self-proclaimed victory and its impact on democracy in El Salvador? Are we witnessing a genuine expression of support or a troubling shift towards authoritarianism?
