The National Strike a Reckoning for Colombia
Protesters must look beyond the 2022 poll if the change they seek has a fighting chance MiKoJournalist. Misfit. Malcontent. Provocateur….
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The Death of Hope in Colombia
It’s naïve to think the riots had anything to do with Javier Ordóñez’s killing, or police brutality in general MiKoJournalist….
Colombia: The Next Domino to Fall in the ‘Latin Spring’?
The spasms of rage across the continent are felt here in Colombia, and today’s protests could snowball into something similar…
The Problematic Progress of Steven Pinker
He speaks many truths, but on matters of war and peace, professor Pinker has his work cut out for him…
When Corruption in Colombia is a Matter of Survival
With so little social mobility, can corruption in Colombia be a legitimate path out of poverty? MiKoJournalist. Misfit. Malcontent. Provocateur….
Peace in Colombia? What Peace?
Peace in Colombia isn’t in jeopardy. It’s already dead, and the peace accord with the FARC made things worse MiKoJournalist….
5 Reasons Not to Negotiate With the ELN
A group that engages in kidnapping, ecological destruction and terrorism doesn’t deserve a seat at the negotiation table MiKoJournalist. Misfit….
Venezuela’s Economic Crisis and its Effect on Colombia (Part 2)
Tired of the constant state of crisis, increasing numbers of Venezuelans are fleeing their homeland MiKoJournalist. Misfit. Malcontent. Provocateur. Is…
What Venezuela’s Refugee Crisis Means for Colombia (Part 1)
The prospect of a wave of humanity crossing the border could stretch an unprepared Colombia to the brink MiKoJournalist. Misfit….
