Bolivia Turns Left

With Evo Morales leading the presidential race, Bolivia is about to make a left turn, and a radical one.

Even though Morales only has a 6% lead, he is gaining momentum and the vote could happen as early as December the fourth. Congress in maneuvering to change the election date but this may only boost Morales’s prospects.

The leftist club that already counts with Castro, Chavez, Lula and Kirchner, is ready to welcome Morales. Other aspiring members include retro-leader Daniel Ortega and Mexico’s rookie Lopez-Obrador.