The ruling party candidate defied polls to best conservative Fabricio Alvarado by double digits in the April 1 vote.
Hemispheric Updates
Costa Rica Update: Carlos Alvarado Wins Presidency in Landslide
Five Things to Know about Costa Rica's Presidential Runoff
Ticos cast votes for Fabricio Alvarado and Carlos Alvarado on April 1, Easter Sunday.
Update: Colombian Presidential Race Comes into Focus
Recent legislative elections gave much-needed definition to a crowded field ahead of the May 27 first-round vote.
Update: 5 Things to Know about El Salvador's Elections
Polls suggest the main conservative party will pick up a larger portion of seats in March 4 legislative and municipal elections.
Update: What Is Happening with Venezuela's Presidential Election?
Venezuela is holding presidential elections, but they’ll be far from free and fair.
Update: Two Alvarados Make It to Costa Rican Runoff
In an election marked by social conservatism, ticos will choose between Carlos and Fabricio Alvarado on Easter Sunday, April 1.
Update: Ecuador Prepares to Vote on Term Limits
On February 4, Ecuadorans will vote on whether to reinstate term limits—and keep Rafael Correa from returning to the presidency.