Under President Noboa’s watch, the homicide rate has dropped, but other crimes such as kidnapping and extortion have increased, leading to fear among the people. Many, like Marta Barres, believe that Noboa has not done enough to address these issues in his first term and are supporting his challenger, González, in hopes of reducing crime and improving the economy. The election between Noboa and González was closely watched, with Noboa ultimately winning by a narrow margin.
President Noboa’s approach to reducing crime, including declaring a state of internal armed conflict and authorizing a controversial police raid, has garnered both support and criticism. While some like retiree German Rizzo appreciate his tough stance on organized crime, others question the legality and effectiveness of his tactics.
González, a former government official under Rafael Correa, was relatively unknown to voters until being chosen as the presidential candidate for the opposition party. Despite coming from a party associated with corruption and authoritarianism, she received significant support in the election, with experts noting that the outcome was closer than expected.
Overall, citizens like Keila Torres are disillusioned with the political landscape in Ecuador, believing that government corruption is deeply rooted and that no candidate will be able to effectively address the crime issues plaguing the country. Despite the election outcome, many feel that real change is unlikely to occur in the near future.
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