Costa Rica’s Sovereignty Advances as Right-Wing Laura Fernández Wins Decisive Presidential Victory

In a pivotal moment for Costa Rica's democratic sovereignty, Laura Fernández, representing the right-wing Partido Pueblo Soberano (Sovereign People Party), secured a commanding win in the presidential election by surpassing the critical 40% threshold with nearly 49% of the vote. This decisive first-round triumph highlights a growing desire among Costa Ricans for robust reforms that prioritize national security and institutional accountability. Does This Mark the Birth of Costa Rica’s 'Third Republic'? Fernández’s call to build a "third republic" resonates deeply with voters weary of ineffective governance. Her promise to deliver "profound and irreversible change" recalls the second republic’s defining moments—post-1948...