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Cynthia Arnson: To Address Inequality, Start With Strong Institutions

By Cynthia J. Arnson

A robust state can help do away with corruption - and ensure peace in Colombia.

For our latest print issue on Colombia, we asked experts, executives, politicians and everyday people about the biggest issue facing Colombia's next president. See all of their answers here.

Corruption, unemployment and the quality of health care have topped the lists of concerns for Colombians over the past six months with remarkable consistency, according to polls from firms like Gallup and Invamer. As much as the peace...

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