VOICED : Dominicanos votan para decidir continuidad o cambio de Medina

Dominicans were tasked with making significant electoral decisions, including whether to re-elect President Danilo Medina or opt for change. Medina, whose party has been in power for 12 years, was favored according to polls. His main opponent, Luis Sabinader, aimed to prevent Medina from securing over 50% of the votes to force a runoff. Sabinader, a wealthy social-democratic businessman, led the political forces advocating for change. Medina's strengths include the country's tourism dynamism and a people-friendly governance style, but he faces criticism for rising insecurity and social inequality. In 2015, he pushed for a constitutional reform allowing him to seek a second term through political agreements with opponents.

What was one of the key decisions for Dominicans during the elections?

• Whether to join a new international alliance

• Whether to adopt a new constitution

• Whether to reelect President Danilo Medina

• Whether to change the national currency

What was Luis Sabinader's main goal in the election?

• To prevent Medina from getting more than 50% of the votes

• To introduce a new economic policy

• To become the new president by winning outright

• To form a coalition government with Medina

What advantage did Medina have in the elections?

• A new education reform

• The country's dynamic tourism sector

• Support from international organizations

• A strong military backing

What were some criticisms faced by Medina's government?

• Lack of foreign investment

• Rising insecurity and social inequality

• Poor healthcare system

• High unemployment rates

What significant political move did Medina make in 2015?

• He introduced a new tax reform

• He signed a peace treaty with neighboring countries

• He pushed for a constitutional reform to seek a second term

• He launched a new education initiative