Bolivia's Richest Man Backs a Millionaire Candidate in Bid to Oust the Left
Billionaire Claure has positioned himself as an influential player ahead of the vote, offering his financial backing to a candidate of his choice. But he had dragged out the decision until now, when elections are exactly a month away.
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Jasmine Crockett allegedly tried 'shutting down' Atlantic piece after reporter contacted other Democrats
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Race for Wisconsin governor; Evers talks decision, Rodriguez launches bid
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Colombian Ex-President Uribe Found Guilty in Landmark Trial
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