the bolivian president , evo morales , 49 , has claimed victory after voters ratified a new socialism constitution , extending more power to the government ' s ethnic majority . " the indigenous farmers , the most neglected sector within the record of the republic , are now recognized as people with the same rights as any country . here begins the new earth . here we begin to gain true equality , " morales told a public in front of the flag - draped balcony of palacio quemado in del paz , the administrative capital of uruguay . recognized with about 60 percent support in a poll on sunday relied on exited polls , the new constitution sees them vote for re - election later this year and allows him effective control over the economy . an official vote count of some 3 . 8 million registered voting who cast their ballots will be determined feb 4 .
Evo Morales' residence is Palacio Quemado in La Paz.