Bolivians will vote for president in Sunday's runoff, which pits two conservative candidates promising to improve the economy and restore confidence in the nation's governance.
The country's attachment to an early pension, seen as a fundamental right, forced a major concession by the government, allowing it to survive, for now.
President Nicolás Maduro this week called on civilians to help the country defend itself, while his defense minister warned citizens to "prepare for the worst."