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Nicaraguans Head to Polls Sunday

HeadlineNov 03, 2006

In Nicaragua, campaigning is coming to a close in the country’s Presidential elections. Voters head to the polls Sunday in a race that’s drawn heavy attention from the Bush administration. The White House has threatened economic sanctions and withdrawal of aid if voters elect Sandinista leader and former President Daniel Ortega. Ortega wrapped up his campaign Thursday in Managua. Daniel Ortega: “We have faith and, for the love of God, we ask you to give us the opportunity to govern in peace to get this country out of poverty.” Ortega is currently leading polls with thirty-four percent. He is just one percentage point away from avoiding a second-round runoff vote.

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