The President Who Was Not President
By Cristian Halaby Fernández - [email protected]

TL;DR
- Germán Vargas Lleras was a significant political figure in Colombia, recognized for his executive capabilities.
- His political career involved a blend of progressive liberalism and efficiency-focused governance.
- He was instrumental in major infrastructure projects like the 4G highways and housing programs such as 'Mi Casa Ya'.
- His intense character and temperament, while driving his execution, also became a political obstacle.
- The article speculates on how Colombia might differ under his leadership, suggesting a more ordered and efficient nation.
- He is described as a leader focused on development as a completed work rather than a mere discourse.