politics
May 8, 2026
August 7 is the end of 'total peace': Paloma, Claudia, and Fajardo agree that Petro's dialogues with criminals are a failure
In the presidential debate 'Antioquia Votes for Colombia,' held this May 7, 2026, in Medellín, the candidates questioned the viability of the current peace dialogues promoted by President Gustavo Petro and agreed that this process should conclude next August 7.
TL;DR
- Presidential candidates Claudia López, Sergio Fajardo, and Paloma Valencia view President Petro's 'total peace' dialogues as a failure.
- They believe the current peace process should conclude by August 7.
- Candidates propose strengthening judicial and sanctioning measures against criminal structures and combating extortion.
- Claudia López suggests reorganizing the state, strengthening public forces, and investing in technology.
- Sergio Fajardo advocates for his 'Secure Cities' program and initiatives like Plan Catatumbo, Plan Chocó, and Plan Cauca.
- Paloma Valencia calls for severe measures, including militarizing routes, territorial control, and attacking financing sources, supporting forced eradication of illicit crops.
- The debate indicated a shift towards a tougher stance on organized crime, distancing from the government's 'total peace' strategy.