Fujimori Paves Way for New ElectionsPresident Alberto Fujimori, dragged down by a bribery scandal involving his feared intelligence chief, met Sunday with his Cabinet to pave the way for new elections and plan his exit from power. Peruvians took to the streets and flooded radio stations to voice their joy or sorrow. Health Minister Alejandro Aguinaga said Sunday that the new elections Fujimori announced hours earlier would probably be held in six to seven months. Speaking with reporters after the Cabinet meeting, Aguinaga said Fujimori's ministers backed his decision to call a new presidential vote in which he would not be a candidate.
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