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Peru Extends Election Amid Voting Chaos

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Peru Extends Election Amid Voting Chaos
Peru's presidential election will continue into Monday after major logistical problems disrupted voting nationwide. The country's electoral authority ordered the extension following widespread reports of delays and missing ballots. The issues forced many polling stations to open late or not at all. Voters are choosing from a field of 35 candidates. The election is seen as highly uncertain and closely contested. Many citizens are frustrated with ongoing issues of crime and government corruption. Results are now pending the completion of the extended voting process.