Abelardo de la Espriella on Noticias RCN: 'I didn't come to do politics as usual'
In the final stretch of the presidential campaign, candidate Abelardo de la Espriella spoke with Noticias RCN director José Manuel Acevedo about his government proposals, security, the economy, the future of subsidies, and the role of young people in the country.
TL;DR
- Abelardo de la Espriella positions himself as an independent political alternative.
- His platform includes a 'iron fist' security policy, defense of family and private property, and free enterprise.
- He plans to attract investment by ensuring physical and legal security, promoting sectors like hydrocarbons and tourism, reducing state size, and fighting corruption.
- De la Espriella intends to maintain and strengthen social subsidies, especially for the elderly.
- He proposes a 'revolution in education' with free virtual training in new technologies and digital skills for youth.
- The candidate plans to govern by extensively touring the country and establishing unified command posts in departments.