Gustavo Petro, inspired by Pedro Castillo’s rise to power in Peru, faced his own challenges when attempting to pass significant reforms in Colombia. Castillo’s story echoes Julio Ramón Ribeyro’s narrative—a humble teacher turned president, clashing with Peru’s Congress. A political crisis ensued as his governing attempts were thwarted, culminating in his eventual arrest. Colombia’s President […]
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