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Ahead of Colombia's elections, 'Latin America overall is going to the right'

The article discusses the upcoming Colombian presidential elections, highlighting the shift towards more right-leaning policies, particularly focusing on security issues and the appeal of De la Espriella's 'mano dura' approach.

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Issued on: 19/06/2026 - 16:07

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In the lead-up to Colombia's presidential elections, François Picard is pleased to welcome Renata Segura, Program Director for Latin America and the Caribbean at the International Crisis Group. "What we're seeing in this election are two options that are very different from past elections," explains Segura. As Colombians focus heavily on security issues, De la Espriella's "mano dura" resonates with the electorate.

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France 24 (English)State / PublicRight2 days ago
Ahead of Colombia's elections, 'Latin America overall is going to the right'

The article discusses the upcoming Colombian presidential elections, highlighting the shift towards more right-leaning policies, particularly focusing on security issues and the appeal of De la Espriella's 'mano dura' approach.

Bias read (Right): The article frames the election as a move toward the right, emphasizing the popularity of a hardline security policy ('mano dura') and suggesting a broader trend across Latin America. This framing implies approval of right-leaning approaches without significant counterbalance.