How Duque Can Turn It Around

Colombian President Iván Duque has had to face several obstacles in his five months in office. His difficult relations with Congress stand out, along with a voracious opposition that manifests itself in the legislature and on the streets, raising doubts regarding his leadership abilities and scarce experience in politics and public administration. So far, his administration has not enjoyed the so-called "honeymoon" that most new governments count on at the beginning of their mandates. The challenge ahead for Duque will be to change his governing style without renouncing his principles or...

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