In Bolivia's recent elections, opposition candidate Samuel Doria Medina has acknowledged his defeat and pledged support for Rodrigo Paz in the runoff. Former President Evo Morales initially disqualified the elections citing a lack of legitimacy but later recognized the results, describing them as a "vote of punishment for betrayal" and emphasizing the democratic nature of the process. Morales' party, the Movement for Socialism (MAS), suffered electoral setbacks, which Morales described as a political rebuke. Despite the challenges faced by Morales and his party, including a growing threat of arrest, Morales found some reason to celebrate the election outcome. Rodrigo Paz cautiously celebrated his victory, noting that "nothing is won until it is won." Luis Arce, aligned with Morales, was commended for permitting a free vote and congratulating Bolivia on choosing change, despite criticisms of his foreign policy and economic management. Opposition groups in Venezuela also welcomed the election results in Bolivia.