Colombia is heading into a pivotal presidential election that many see as a verdict on Gustavo Petro’s presidency. With security concerns rising, violence escalating in some regions, and fierce debate over Petro’s "total peace" strategy, voters face a stark choice about the country’s future. Elizabeth Dickinson of the International Crisis Group joins us from Bogotá to explain what’s driving the campaign, whether Colombia is shifting back toward Uribe-style politics, and what the result could mean for relations with Washington.
Chapters:
0:00 Colombians go to the polls
1:41 Elizabeth Dickingson, International Crisis Group
5:00 Is there continuity candidate problem?
7:54 What do the voters care most about?
11:01 What happens if there’s a run-off?
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