the bolivian president , evo morales , 49 , has claimed victory after voters drafted a novel leftist constitution , awarding more power to the country ' s indigenous communities . " the indigenous farmers , the most oppressed sector throughout the history of the party , are now recognizes as people with the same rights as any citizen . here begins the changing bolivia . here we try to reach complete equity , " people told a crowd in behind of the flag - draped balcony of vicente quemado in la paz , the administrative capital of bolivia . ratified with about 60 percent support in a referendum on sunday based on exit polls , the old constitution lets morales fight for re - election late this year and offers him effective control over the economy . an official ballot count of some 3 . 8 million registered voters who cast their ballots will be announced december 4 .
Evo Morales' residence is Palacio Quemado in La Paz.