Even though Colombia has fairly well-developed legal and institutional provisions to accommodate its indigenous citizens, there has to be a real and effective commitment from the government in order …
Looking for Its First Leftist Leader, Colombia’s Second Round of Presidential Elections Take a Right Turn
Following the first round of presidential elections, in which no candidate received a majority of the votes, Colombia's top two candidates will compete in a runoff election on June 19, …
A Rise in Populism in Colombia’s Upcoming Presidential Election
The upcoming Colombian presidential elections will serve as a symbol of hope for the Colombian as they may be able to finally shift the tide in electing the country’s first populist leftist …
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Polarization in Colombia: A Force for Change?
Colombia’s upcoming presidential elections are sure to be historic, no matter the outcome. With 75% of the population disapproving of current president Iván Duque at the beginning of 2022, citizens …
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The Loss of Liberty and Order in Colombia
The Republic of Colombia has a history riddled with conflict, violence, and injustices. Throughout the last two centuries, they've fallen from democracy and made their way back on multiple occasions. …
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Faux Populist?: The Case of Álvaro Uribe Vélez
Álvaro Uribe Vélez was the president of the Republic of Colombia from 2002-2010. Prior to and during his time as president, Colombia was engaged in a civil war between the government and several …
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The Protest of a De-Democratized Colombia
The Protest of a De-Democratized Colombia Intro: In September of 2020, seven people were killed during their demonstrations against the influx of corruption in Colombia, following the death of …
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Will the Pendulum Swing Back?: The Inconsistency of Colombian Democracy
During the presidency of Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos, there seemed to be some hope of progressive change in the country. With the help of far left guerrilla groups like the Revolutionary …
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