As in many Latin American countries, Ecuador has experienced much conflict, often violent, between the Liberal and Conservative parties.

[2] Eloy Alfaro brought the Liberal Party to power during the revolution of 1895.

Couple of years later the party was unable to fulfill the necessary 5% of votes required to remain a valid political entity, the PLRE ceased to officially exist.

Nonetheless, the PLRE retains recognition for its important role in Ecuadorian history and has reputedly inspired several other political parties.

Similarly, the PLRE's founding leader, Eloy Alfaro, is still widely revered in Ecuador.