Peru holds presidential election amid a decade of political tumult

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Peru holds its first round of presidential election Sunday with 35 candidates competing. In the past decade, nine presidents governed Peru; only one completed a full term. Most faced imprisonment or criminal investigations for corruption. Voters express frustration and apathy. Political scientist Fernando Tuesta notes skepticism among electorate. Two candidates will advance to June runoff. Mandatory voting expected despite high blank ballot predictions.

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