Bolivia: A Miracle Turning into a Competitive Autocracy
摘要
Between 1985 and 2005, civilian rule was stabilized in Bolivia and politics was mainly dominated by neoliberal right-wing political parties. Since leftist Evo Morales took office in 2006, Bolivia’s democracy began backsliding. The Morales regime-led constitutional reforms, nationalization of resources, and increased political polarization, paved the way for de-democratization. This chapter discusses the political developments regarding institutional changes and ideological narratives during the Morales era (2006–2019), turning Bolivia into a competitive authoritarian regime.