- Datum: 18.06.2025
- Land:Kolumbien
- Kategorie:Berichte & Analysen
Colombia’s democracy faces a defining test
The article begins with an account of the attempted assassination of Senator Uribe, which had set the scene for Colombia's volatile…
The article begins with an account of the attempted assassination of Senator Uribe, which had set the scene for Colombia's volatile political environment. The author then references Colombia’s history of political violence, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s, and suggests that current events could signal a dangerous return to authoritarian or violent practices. The second section critiques the president’s proposal, arguing that bypassing legislative processes through direct referenda could centralise power and undermine checks and balances, making it potentially anti-democratic. The third section describes other violent incidents, such as the riots in Cali, which are briefly discussed to emphasise the growing instability and loss of public confidence in institutions.
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