The Elections of Colombia's Discontent

Latin America in Focus

English - February 15, 2022 17:07 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB - ★★★★ - 58 ratings
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Colombians could get three chances to cast ballots for the next president this year: in March’s interparty consultations, May’s first round, and a June runoff. A crowded candidate field ahead of the March elections—which coincide with legislative elections—is indicative of widespread dissatisfaction with the status quo, says Muni Jensen, a former Colombian diplomat now a political analyst with the Albright Stonebridge Group. She gives a rundown of the notable candidates, the mood of voters, and how the new Congress may be reshaped.

More coverage at AS/COA’s 2022 Election Guide: as-coa.org/2022

The music in this episode is “Las Horas,” performed by Colombian trio Trip Trip Trip. Watch the video: bit.ly/3gJfKoZ

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