Ecuador's New President

Ecuador finally has a new President. Elections started in February,  and had four candidates.  I have now learned that since none of the candidates won by 10 percent or more there was a run off vote, which we just had on Sunday April 12th. (No alcohol sales from Friday noon til Monday noon, even tho voting isnt until Sunday)

And ballots are interesting,  pictures accompanying names, because many do not read. They also use thumbprints, instead of signatures. 

There is  mandatory voting here between age 18-65, if you do not vote there is a fine of 10% the monthly wage, so $40. It is attached to your cedula (ID) and you will need to pay it before you can register a car or pay taxes, etc.

The majority here on the coast did not vote for Lasso, but we are all eager to have someone new in power, and we will keep our fingers crossed for change we can all agree on.

So...stay tuned, the adventure continues!