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Poll: 70% of Peruvians in Favor of Holding Presidential Election in 2023 Amid Nationwide Protests

© AP Photo / Franklin BricenoA road sign lays in the street the day after protests that called for the closure of Congress, the resignation of the new President Dina Boluarte and for general elections in Andahuaylas, Peru, Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022. Peru's President Pedro Castillo was detained on Dec. 7 after he was ousted by lawmakers when he sought to dissolve Congress ahead of an impeachment vote.
A road sign lays in the street the day after protests that called for the closure of Congress, the resignation of the new President Dina Boluarte and for general elections in Andahuaylas, Peru, Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022. Peru's President Pedro Castillo was detained on Dec. 7 after he was ousted by lawmakers when he sought to dissolve Congress ahead of an impeachment vote.  - Sputnik International, 1920, 13.02.2023
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BUENOS AIRES (Sputnik) - The majority of Peruvians, or 70%, support the holding of an early presidential election this year amid ongoing nationwide protests, an Ipsos poll showed on Monday.
A total of 70% of respondents believe that it is best to hold a general election in 2023 given the current political situation. Meanwhile, 22% voted in favor of holding elections in April 2024, and only 7% in 2026, the survey showed.
In addition, 74% of Peruvians do not support incumbent President Dina Boluarte, up 3% from January, according to the poll.
The data also showed that up to 10% of the respondents admitted that they participated in the protests, but the majority of those interviewed expressed discontent with the rioters’ vandalism.
The poll, commissioned by the America TV broadcaster, was conducted among 1,210 adults across Peru from February 9-10.
Police in riot gear move to confront anti-government protesters during a march against President Dina Boluarte, in Lima, Peru, Monday, Jan. 23, 2023. Protesters are seeking immediate elections, Boluarte's resignation, the release of ousted President Pedro Castillo and justice for the protesters killed in clashes with police. - Sputnik International, 1920, 11.02.2023
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Protests in Peru Resulted in 60 Deaths Since December - Ombudsman’s Office
A wave of protests hit Peru after the country's parliament impeached former President Pedro Castillo on December 7, 2022. Castillo was arrested on charges of a coup attempt and crimes against the state as he tried to dissolve the parliament and rule by decree before the impeachment vote. Boluarte, prime minister at the time, was appointed the country's new leader.
Demonstrators have been denouncing the post-impeachment government, calling for an immediate presidential election, the dissolution of the country's parliament and the resignation of Boluarte. At least 60 people have reportedly died since the start of the protests.
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