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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**Interview with Political Analyst Maria Rodriguez on Nayib Bukele’s Election Victory**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Maria. President Nayib Bukele has proclaimed himself the winner of the recent general elections with over 85% of the votes. What are your initial thoughts on his claims and the implications of this victory?
**Maria Rodriguez:** Thank you for having me. Bukele’s assertion of winning with such a staggering percentage is certainly impressive, but it also raises questions about the electoral process in El Salvador. His bid for re-election, despite constitutional barriers, has sparked much debate. It suggests a legal maneuvering that some may view as undermining democratic norms.
**Interviewer:** That’s an interesting point. Can you elaborate on how his approach might impact public trust in the democratic process?
**Maria Rodriguez:** Absolutely. The fact that Bukele chose to run again, leveraging what some consider to be a legal loophole, could lead to a significant erosion of trust among voters. If citizens perceive that the rules can be bent, it could sow doubt about the fairness of future elections. Furthermore, his overwhelming victory margin might also raise concerns about the authenticity of these results.
**Interviewer:** Given that the opposing parties, FMLN and Arena, garnered significantly fewer votes, what does this say about the political landscape in El Salvador?
**Maria Rodriguez:** It indicates a considerable shift in voter preferences. Bukele’s party, New Ideas, clearly has captured the public’s support, but it also suggests a polarization in the political landscape. The left and right wings are struggling to present a cohesive alternative to Bukele’s administration. Consequently, we may see increased political tensions moving forward.
**Interviewer:** It sounds like there is a lot at stake for the future of El Salvador’s democracy. What do you think readers should consider about Bukele’s presidency post-election?
**Maria Rodriguez:** I encourage readers to think critically about the implications of this election. While Bukele’s popularity is evident, one must ask whether his method of securing re-election will lead to a more stable democracy or contribute to authoritarian tendencies. Will citizens prioritize stability and economic growth at the risk of democratic principles? This is a crucial conversation for our readers to engage in.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Maria, for your insights. We hope this sparks a lively discussion among our readers about the future of democracy in El Salvador.
**Question for Readers:** What do you think about Bukele’s re-election and the methods he used to secure it—do you see it as a victory for democracy or a step away from democratic norms in El Salvador?
