Bolivia’s Electoral Silence Masks Deeper Struggles Over Sovereignty and Rule of Law

Bolivia has entered the mandated "electoral silence" period ahead of its general elections this Sunday, a legal pause designed to foster reflection free from campaign influence. Yet beneath this veneer of calm lies a volatile contest over national sovereignty and democratic integrity that holds lessons for all American republics committed to rule of law. Are Democratic Norms Holding Firm Against Political Pressure? The Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE) has enforced strict measures during this pre-election phase: no campaigning, no public gatherings, a dry law on alcohol sales, and bans on carrying weapons to ensure public order. The military and police stand...