The Obstacles to Political Integration Post-Peace
The Obstacles to Political Integration Post-Peace
In AQ, La Silla Vacía Editor Juanita León outlines the obstacles Colombia will face if it completes negotiations with the FARC.
After three years of negotiations with the Fuerzas Armadas Revolucionarios de Colombia (Revloutionary Armed Forces of Colombia—FARC) Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos has decided to go all-in on securing peace for his country. His political and personal commitment became clear earlier this year when he staked his entire campaign for his second term in office on being the candidate of peace. His inauguration, and inaugural speech, drew heavily on the rhetoric and symbols of peace, with multiple images of white doves, including dove lapel pins for the guests.
But beyond...
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