Party of slain Ecuador candidate taps reporter as replacement • FRANCE 24 English

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The party of Ecuador’s slain presidential candidate on Sunday tapped a reporter to take his place on the ballot as several contenders to lead the South American nation in a vote later this month showed up for a national debate wearing bulletproof vests. Journalist Christian Zurita will take the place of the assassinated Fernando Villavicencio in the August 20 elections, the Movimiento Construye political party announced. #Ecuador #Villavicencio #politics 🔔 Subscribe to France 24 now: 🔴 LIVE - Watch FRANCE 24 English 24/7 here: 🌍 Read the latest International News and Top Stories: Like... us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: Discover the news in pictures on Instagram: Get the latest top stories on Telegram:

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