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Edwin Soto Santiago (born May 13, 1954) is a Puerto Rican politician and current mayor of Las Marías. Soto is affiliated with the New Progressive Party (PNP) and served as mayor from 1997 to 2013, and from 2017 to the present date.
Early years and studies
Edwin Soto Santiago was born in Barrio Maravilla of Las Marías on May 13, 1954. His parents are Germán Soto and Zoraida Santiago.
Soto completed his elementary and high school studies in his hometown, graduating in 1971. He then enrolled at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayagüez to obtain a degree in Agronomy.
Professional career
Soto began working at San Jorge Financial, and eventually became manager. He later worked as Area Supervisor for the firm.
Political career
Soto was first elected as Mayor of Las Marías at the 1996 general election. After that, he was elected three times (2000, 2004, and 2008).
After 16 years as mayor, Soto was defeated at the 2012 general election by José Javier Rodríguez (from the Popular Democratic Party).
Personal life
Soto married Sylvia Gutiérrez Vélez on February 20, 1977. They have two children together: Karen Marie and Edwin Joel.