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Valverde Wins Landslide Victory in Oportian Elections

Francisco Valverde, the Federal Representative-elect.

• Green Progressive Alliance Secures Historic Victory With 55.61% of Vote
• LPP Wins Control of Both Senate and Chamber of Deputies
• Record 94.21% Voter Turnout Marks Highest in Nation's History
• Former Chancellor Aubin Concedes as LNM Suffers Major Losses
• Nineteen Mayoralties Fall to Progressive Alliance Control
• Markets React as Valverde Promises "New Balance" Economic Agenda

Vanie, OPO -- Francisco Valverde of the Liberal Progressive Party secured a decisive victory in Oportia's general election today, marking a dramatic shift in the nation's political landscape after eight years of Liberty Now! Movement control. With all votes counted, Valverde captured 55.61% of the vote, defeating former Chancellor Emmanuel Aubin who received 32.4% in what observers are calling a clear mandate for change.

Speaking to thousands of jubilant supporters gathered outside LPP headquarters in central Vanie, Valverde declared the results "a victory for environmental protection, social justice, and economic common sense." The Federal Representative-elect promised swift action on his campaign pledges, including stricter Alexandrium mining regulations and expanded social programs, while emphasizing his commitment to maintaining economic stability.

The Green Progressive Alliance, formed through an unprecedented coalition between the LPP and the Green Party of Oportia (GPO), demonstrated its strength down the ballot, securing 124 seats in the Chamber of Deputies and 36 Senate seats. The Alliance also captured 19 of 33 mayoralties, including key victories in Vanie and Port de Huile, establishing progressive control over the nation's largest cities.

Emmanuel Aubin conceded defeat shortly after 23:00, calling for unity while defending the economic legacy of the Montijo administration. The LNM's poor showing reflected widespread public dissatisfaction with its handling of the Recession of 1737 and environmental concerns. Federal Conservative Union candidate Felipe Perez y Garza, who finished third with 8.2%, acknowledged that the conservative split had contributed to the magnitude of the progressive victory.

Outgoing Federal Representative Galilea Montijo, speaking from the Palais Federal, promised a smooth transition while warning against "hasty dismantling" of her economic programs. Financial markets showed mixed reactions in early trading, with the Vanie Stock Exchange declining 2.3% on expectations of increased industry regulation.

The election saw unprecedented participation, with 94.21% of registered voters casting ballots, surpassing the previous record set in 1734 AN. Valverde is expected to announce his transition team tomorrow, with sources suggesting it will include prominent figures from both the LPP and GPO, reflecting the coalition that powered his victory. His inauguration is scheduled for 24.VIII.1738 AN.