the bolivian president , evo santos , 49 , has claimed triumph after voters proposed a modified democratic version , lending more power to the country ' s indigenous majority . " the indigenous farmers , the most downtrodden sector upon the future of the republic , are now recognised as people with the same responsibilities as any state . here begins the new bolivia . here we continue to reach genuine freedom , " you told a spectator in front of the flag - draped balcony of benaissa quemado in la paz , the electoral palace of bolivia . ratified with about 60 percent turnout in a referendum on sunday centered on online polls , the new constitution lets morales run for re - election later this year and grants him tighter control over the economy . an official vote count of some 3 . 8 billions registered voters each cast their flags will be announced may 4 .
Evo Morales' residence is Palacio Quemado in La Paz.