Mass protests in Colombia mar president’s first 100 days but reveal a nation marching toward peace

  • FA (Fabio) Diaz Pabon

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Ivan Duque has only been Colombia’s president since August, but already his government is in crisis.

The country that has been gripped by near-constant protest since the 42-year-old conservative took power. But the mass demonstrations that criticize Duque’s young government may actually be a good sign for Colombian democracy.

Period7 Dec 2018

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  • TitleMass protests in Colombia mar president’s first 100 days but reveal a nation marching toward peace
    Degree of recognitionInternational
    Media name/outletThe Conversation
    Media typeWeb
    Duration/Length/Size1000 words
    Country/TerritoryUnited States
    Date7/12/18
    DescriptionIvan Duque has only been Colombia’s president since August, but already his government is in crisis.

    The country that has been gripped by near-constant protest since the 42-year-old conservative took power. But the mass demonstrations that criticize Duque’s young government may actually be a good sign for Colombian democracy.
    Producer/AuthorFabio Andres Diaz
    URLhttps://theconversation.com/mass-protests-in-colombia-mar-presidents-first-100-days-but-reveal-a-nation-marching-toward-peace-107339
    PersonsFA (Fabio) Diaz Pabon
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