Bolivia - The opposition unites but fails to capture the center

The anti-incumbent trends continue, but oppositions sometimes don't take full advantage.

The opponents of President Luis Arce and former President Evo Morales are joining together to choose a single presidential candidate to lead their movement in the election later this year. They will decide via a “poll.” That is cheaper and easier than a primary. But it misses out on early voter mobilization and education efforts (which is a major benefi…