Recent congressional elections in Colombia ushered in a few surprises such as the return of ex president and political heavy-weight Alvaro Uribe.
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Voto en blanco: Change or defiance?
One of the protagonists on election day could well be the ‘Voto en Blanco.’ By casting blank votes are Colombians electing a specific candidate?
UP’s Avella escapes attack
The presidential candidate of the the left-wing party Union Patriotica, Aida Avella, narrowly escaped an assassination attempt on her life Sunday.
The international President
Despite forging international accords, President Santos’ popularity at home remains weak over persistent economic concerns.
Navarro: proof of peace
From his days with the M-19 to forging a lasting peace, Antonio Navarro Wolff has built his political career on social justice.
Bogotá’s Petro: A Mayor down, but not out
Down, but not out. Bogotá’s Mayor Petro faces an uncertain future as signatures collected for his ouster are accepted by the nation’s Registrar.
Santos needs help, and fast
President Santos chose a quiet cabinet, but may need more vocal political allies for his re-election campaign.
Countdown to gay marriage
As gay marriage is debated worldwide, the Colombian legislature has only months to make a decision on the issue.
They’re coming for your vote
Colombia’s next election cycle starts now, as political rivalries heat up and campaigns gear up for 2014.
Bogotá Mayor Petro faces dilemma of the Séptima
Gustavo Petro’s first year as Mayor of Bogotá focused on the city’s transportation grid, including plans for an underground metro.