Patrones Espaciales del Comportamiento Electoral en Ecuador: Impacto en la Sostenibilidad Política y Económica, periodo 2017-2023

Abstract

Abstract: The research Spatial Patterns of Electoral Behavior in Ecuador: Impact on Political and Economic Sustainability, 2017-2023 Period, is a highly important study, as it allowed us to understand the spatial patterns that occurred during the presidential election periods from 2017 to 2023. Therefore, the study's objective is to analyze the relationship between the spatial patterns of electoral behavior in Ecuador and the sustainability of the political and economic system during the 2017-2023 period. A qualitative approach was used, using an inductive-deductive method, and applying data analysis through the GeoDa program. After analyzing the data, the result is that in Ecuador, the political situation is changing, and citizens show a great lack of interest in politics. Therefore, candidates need campaigns that reach and remain relevant. Citizenship, which becomes a challenge for candidates. The key to electoral success lies not only in the verticity or seriousness of power, but in the ability to generate real connections with citizens, which will play a significant role in electoral behavior.