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August 12, 2026Episode 2840 min

Colombia’s New Era: Inside the Total Political & Security Reset

Colombia is undergoing its most dramatic political and security realignment in modern history. Following a historic inauguration outside the capital, President Abelardo de la Espriella has immediately dismantled the "Total Peace" initiative, deployed Urban Security Blocs, and unlocked a massive $1 billion security alliance with the United States under the "Shield of the Americas" framework. In this comprehensive 41-minute briefing, we analyze the complete macroeconomic, political, and security reality of the new administration. From the fracturing of the traditional right to the math behind the Medellín voting margin that decided the presidency, we look past the headlines to map out exactly what this means for business leaders, investors, and nearshoring strategy.Get our comprehensive weekly brief delivered directly to your inbox. Protect your access from platform algorithms and subscribe to the Finance Colombia newsletter:👉 http://fcsubscribe.comFollow me on social mediaFacebook https://www.facebook.com/financecolombiaLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/finance-colombia/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/finance_colombia/SOURCESUS State Dept: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesperson/2026/08/a-new-era-in-u-s-colombia-relationsColombiaOne: https://colombiaone.com/2026/08/08/us-colombia-assitance-package/MercoPress: https://en.mercopress.com/2026/08/08/de-la-espriella-sworn-in-before-congress-in-cali-delivers-first-speech-to-the-militaryColombiaOne: https://colombiaone.com/2026/08/05/symbolism-cali-de-la-espriellas-inauguration-descentralization-political-gesture/ColombiaOne: https://colombiaone.com/2026/07/23/colombia-de-la-espriella-wants-barranquilla-to-become-alternate-capital/Breitbart: https://www.breitbart.com/latin-america/2026/08/06/bus-full-of-bombs-intercepted-hours-before-abelardo-de-la-espriellas-inauguration/CBS: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/bombing-police-station-colombia-injuries-presidential-inauguration/El Tiempo: https://www.eltiempo.com/colombia/otras-ciudades/trienio-de-petro-deja-mas-de-40-mil-muertos-y-supera-mismo-periodo-de-gobiernos-duque-y-santos-u-externado-3515321ColombiaOne: https://colombiaone.com/2025/11/05/colombia-illegal-armed-groups-grow/Bogotá Post: https://thebogotapost.com/what-paloma-valencias-loss-signals-about-the-future-of-uribismo-in-colombia/56566/Infobae: https://www.infobae.com/colombia/2026/01/26/maria-fernanda-cabal-renuncio-al-centro-democratico-junto-con-su-esposo-jose-felix-lafaurie-no-queremos-continuar/Infobae: https://www.infobae.com/colombia/2026/08/08/maria-fernanda-cabal-confirmo-solicitud-de-escision-del-centro-democratico-es-cuestion-de-identidad/El Tiempo: https://www.eltiempo.com/politica/elecciones-colombia-2026/como-votaron-bogota-medellin-y-otras-ciudades-en-colombia-asi-les-fue-a-abelardo-de-la-espriella-e-ivan-cepeda-en-la-segunda-vuelta-presidencial-3566040Colombia Reports: https://colombiareports.com/colombias-peace-and-human-rights-offices-to-close-de-la-espriella/LatAm Journalism Review: https://latamjournalismreview.org/news/organizations-warn-of-colombian-presidential-frontrunners-pattern-of-attacks-against-the-press/Yahoo/AFP: https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/colombias-medellin-builds-mega-prison-160944149.htmlChicanoticias: https://www.chicanoticias.com/2026/08/08/bukele-abelardo-megacarceles/ PHOTO CREDITSAbelardo de la Espriella — CC0/WikimediaMilenioscuro — CC BY-SA 3.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0CLACSOtv — CC BY 3.0: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0Quirinale.it — Attribution/WikimediaCasa Rosada — CC BY 2.5 AR: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5/ar/deed.enPresidencia de Ecuador — CC0/WikimediaKOGL Type 1 — http://www.kogl.or.kr/info/licenseType1.doRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

August 11, 2026Episode 2725 min

Devastating 7.4 Earthquake Hits Colombia | What We Know

A powerful 7.4-magnitude earthquake has devastated western Colombia, leaving hundreds dead, more than 1,300 injured, and widespread destruction across Chocó, Valle del Cauca, the Coffee Axis, and beyond. Let's look at what happened, why the earthquake was felt across Colombia and neighboring countries, the ongoing rescue operation, and whether its connection to the heightened activity at Volcán Puracé is real—or a misconception. This is a developing story, and casualty figures may continue to change. If you’re in an affected area, share what you’re seeing on the ground.Donation Links One Inversión Social: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/foundation-caring-for-colombia-ltd/one-inversion-social Fundación Banco Arquidiocesano de Alimentos de Medellín: bancodealimentos.co (for monetary donations go to www.presentes.co/dona/) Fundación Saciar: saciar.org.coSOURCES & CITATIONSFinance Colombia Article: https://www.financecolombia.com/colombia-declares-national-disaster-after-magnitude-7-4-earthquake-kills-at-least-111/ Noticias Caracol — “Presidente Abelardo de la Espriella confirma 111 muertos y 87 heridos por terremoto en Colombia” https://www.noticiascaracol.com/colombia/presidente-abelardo-de-la-espriella-confirma-que-van-111-muertos-por-terremoto-en-colombia-rg10 USGS Event Feed: https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/feed/v1.0/detail/us6000tjl2.geojson El Colombiano — “Volcán Puracé: qué significa la alerta naranja y por qué fue declarada la calamidad pública”: https://www.elcolombiano.com/colombia/por-que-hay-alerta-naranja-volcan-purace-emergencia-KJ39569131 UNGRD — official Colombian disaster-response agency: https://www.gestiondelriesgo.gov.co/ Hydroelectric power in Colombia — Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydroelectric_power_in_Colombia World Map: Strebe, CC BY-SA 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0, via Wikimedia CommonsRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/ Follow me on social media Facebook https://www.facebook.com/financecolombia LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/finance-colombia/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/finance_colombia/ Check out my other YouTube Channels: Loren Moss: https://www.youtube.com/@LorenMoss Finance Colombia Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@FinanceColombiaShorts The Clerisy: https://www.youtube.com/@theclerisywithlorenmoss The Clerisy Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@ClerisyShorts Cognitive Business News: https://www.youtube.com/@CognitiveBusinessNews Cognitive Business Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@CognitiveBusinessShorts Empleo Bilingüe: https://www.youtube.com/@EmpleoBilingueRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

July 21, 2026Episode 2615 min

How Colombia's Brands Train You to Expect Bad Service

AI is transforming customer service, but are companies making things worse instead of better? After attending the CX Summit in Cartagena, I share why so many brands are rushing to replace people with AI, and why that strategy could end up driving customers away. From frustrating chatbots to Colombia's biggest service providers, here's what businesses keep getting wrong—and what great customer experience actually looks like. Do you think AI has improved customer service, or made it more frustrating? Let me know in the comments. #bpro #cxsummit #colombiaWatch the video version here: https://youtu.be/3lVvrmR45ysWhere to find meWebsite: cognitivebusiness.news/LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/cognitive-business-news/Facebook: facebook.com/cognitivebusinessnews/Instagram: instagram.com/cognitive_business/More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/writeCheck out my other YouTube Channels:Loren Moss: https://www.youtube.com/@LorenMossCognitive Business Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@CognitiveBusinessShortsFinance Colombia: https://www.youtube.com/@FinancecolombiaFinance Colombia Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@FinanceColombiaShortsThe Clerisy: https://www.youtube.com/@theclerisywithlorenmossThe Clerisy Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@ClerisyShortsEmpleo Bilingüe: https://www.youtube.com/@EmpleoBilingueRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

July 16, 2026Episode 2535 min

The Status Quo is Dead: What Colombia's Shock Election Means

Colombia's election shocked observers both inside and outside the country. What does Abelardo de la Espriella's victory mean for Colombia's economy, foreign policy, security, and political future? Here's what may be coming for the country in the years ahead.Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/-5Z4hJ7qAuYRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/ Follow me on social media Facebook https://www.facebook.com/financecolombia LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/finance-colombia/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/finance_colombia/Sources & Further Reading (all articles at financecolombia.com) What Abelardo de la Espriella's Win With -1% Margin Means for Colombians & Investors (Jun 2026) Beyond the Political Clash: What the Suspension of Transition Meetings Means (Jul 2026) Many Colombians Rejected the Political Status Quo (Jun 2026) After a Polarized Vote: A Fragmented Congress (Jun 2026) What Scares Me (& What I Like) About the Two Candidates (Jun 2026) Three Front-Runners Draw Divergent Maps for Foreign Capital & Security (May 2026) Editorial: Petro's “Total Peace” Has Led to Total Chaos (Mar 2026) Colombia & Ecuador Escalate Trade Tensions: Tariffs Raised to 100% (Apr 2026) Gunfire on the Putumayo River Revives Colombia–Peru Tensions (Apr 2026) Petro Ignites Diplomatic Dispute With Peru Over Amazon Island (Aug 2025) How Rosario, Colombia's Oldest University, Keeps Making an Impact (2016)Read more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

June 24, 2026Episode 249 min

Beyond Burnout: Lisa X Walden explains why your team is "Quiet Quitting"

What makes a workplace truly great? At CX Summit 2026, researcher of workplace trends and author Lisa X Walden explains why the future of work is becoming more human-centered, why Gen Z is reshaping employee expectations, and how small leadership changes—or "micro moves"—can dramatically improve company culture. From work-life harmony to creating workplaces that don't suck, this conversation explores why happier employees aren't just better off, they may actually help businesses perform better. #lisaxwalden #cxsummit #bproFind Lisa X Walden: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaxwalden/Check out her book: https://www.goodcompanyconsulting.com/bookGood Company Consulting: https://www.goodcompanyconsulting.com/Read more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/writeContact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/Follow me on social mediaFacebook https://www.facebook.com/financecolombiaLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/finance-colombia/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/finance_colombia/Check out my other YouTube Channels:Loren Moss: https://www.youtube.com/@LorenMossFinance Colombia Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@FinanceColombiaShortsE Pluribus Unum: https://www.youtube.com/@OutofmanywebecomeoneE Pluribus Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@EPluribusShortsCognitive Business News: https://www.youtube.com/@CognitiveBusinessNewsCognitive Business Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@CognitiveBusinessShortsEmpleo Bilingüe: https://www.youtube.com/@EmpleoBilingueRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

June 22, 2026Episode 2356 min

A New Era in Colombia: Can de la Espriella Fix the Fiscal & Security Crisis?

Colombia has chosen a new direction. In a historic election, voters handed Abelardo de la Espriella a victory and delivered a clear rebuke to Petrismo and the political forces that have dominated the country in recent years. But what drove this result, and what's next? In this analysis, we break down the key issues that shaped the vote, from security concerns and economic uncertainty to voter frustration with the status quo. More importantly, we examine what de la Espriella's victory could mean for Colombia's future, the challenges awaiting his administration, and whether this election marks a temporary shift or the beginning of a new political era.Watch the video version here: https://youtu.be/oA_4jtcIe-8Read more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/writeContact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/Follow me on social mediaFacebook https://www.facebook.com/financecolombiaLinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/finance-colombia/Instagram https://www.instagram.com/finance_colombia/Check out my other YouTube Channels:Loren Moss: https://www.youtube.com/@LorenMossFinance Colombia Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@FinanceColombiaShortsE Pluribus Unum: https://www.youtube.com/@OutofmanywebecomeoneE Pluribus Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@EPluribusShortsCognitive Business News: https://www.youtube.com/@CognitiveBusinessNewsCognitive Business Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@CognitiveBusinessShortsEmpleo Bilingüe: https://www.youtube.com/@EmpleoBilingueRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

June 16, 2026Episode 2228 min

The case AGAINST Iván Cepeda

Iván Cepeda presents himself as a champion of peace, social justice, and human rights, but his critics see a very different picture. In this segment, we examine concerns about his ties to controversial political figures, his approach to guerrilla groups and the failed Total Peace strategy, his economic agenda, and his vision for expanding the role of the state. We also explore questions surrounding investor confidence, healthcare reform, political alliances, and his long-standing ideological commitments, offering a critical look at the risks many Colombians associate with a potential Cepeda presidency.SOURCES & ACKNOWLEDGMENTSKey La Silla Vacía pieces referenced: - Profile of Iván Cepeda (life, Manuel Cepeda’s assassination, MOVICE, the Uribe case, “truth as a program”) - “La cuota de Cepeda en el fracaso de la paz total” — Cepeda’s share of responsibility in the failure of Total Peace - “Cepeda lleva una década de silencio frente a la opresión del chavismo” — Cepeda’s silence on Chavismo - Reyes’ computers investigation - Profile of Abelardo de la Espriella (Montería, La Salle, Ralito/Fipaz, the client list, the brand, the religious conversion, the tiger campaign) - “El universo empresarial de la Espriella: socios cuestionados, saldos en rojo y bienes raíces” — https://www.lasillavacia.com/silla-nacional/el-universo-empresarial-de-la-espriella-socios-cuestionados-saldos-en-rojo-y-bienes-raices/Race facts verified (June 2026): - First round (May 31, 2026): De la Espriella ~43.7%, Cepeda ~40.9%; runoff June 21; winner inaugurated August 7. (France 24 https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260531-colombia-presidential-election-live-follow-the-first-round, AS/COA Poll Tracker: https://www.as-coa.org/articles/poll-tracker-colombias-2026-presidential-election) - Assassination of Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay (shot June 7, 2025; died Aug 11, 2025); Prosecutor’s Office links the Segunda Marquetalia, though InSight Crime notes thin public evidence. (https://www.financecolombia.com/colombias-prosecutors-go-after-farc-dissidents-segunda-marquetalia-for-presidential-candidate-miguel-uribe-turbay-murder/, https://insightcrime.org/news/colombia-blames-guerrillas-for-killing-senator-but-with-little-evidence/)IvanCepedaCastro, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

June 16, 2026Episode 2113 min

The case AGAINST de la Espriella

Abelardo de la Espriella presents himself as a tough-on-crime, pro-growth outsider, but his candidacy also raises significant questions. In this segment, we examine concerns about his admiration for strongman politics, his long history as a defense attorney for controversial figures, his opposition to key elements of Colombia’s peace process, and the absence of a governing track record. We also explore criticisms of his approach to press freedom, social policy, and public image, offering a balanced look at the risks and uncertainties surrounding one of Colombia’s most talked-about presidential candidates.SOURCES & ACKNOWLEDGMENTSKey La Silla Vacía pieces referenced: - Profile of Iván Cepeda (life, Manuel Cepeda’s assassination, MOVICE, the Uribe case, “truth as a program”) - “La cuota de Cepeda en el fracaso de la paz total” — Cepeda’s share of responsibility in the failure of Total Peace - “Cepeda lleva una década de silencio frente a la opresión del chavismo” — Cepeda’s silence on Chavismo - Reyes’ computers investigation - Profile of Abelardo de la Espriella (Montería, La Salle, Ralito/Fipaz, the client list, the brand, the religious conversion, the tiger campaign) - “El universo empresarial de la Espriella: socios cuestionados, saldos en rojo y bienes raíces” — https://www.lasillavacia.com/silla-nacional/el-universo-empresarial-de-la-espriella-socios-cuestionados-saldos-en-rojo-y-bienes-raices/Race facts verified (June 2026): - First round (May 31, 2026): De la Espriella ~43.7%, Cepeda ~40.9%; runoff June 21; winner inaugurated August 7. (France 24 https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260531-colombia-presidential-election-live-follow-the-first-round, AS/COA Poll Tracker: https://www.as-coa.org/articles/poll-tracker-colombias-2026-presidential-election) - Assassination of Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay (shot June 7, 2025; died Aug 11, 2025); Prosecutor’s Office links the Segunda Marquetalia, though InSight Crime notes thin public evidence. (https://www.financecolombia.com/colombias-prosecutors-go-after-farc-dissidents-segunda-marquetalia-for-presidential-candidate-miguel-uribe-turbay-murder/, https://insightcrime.org/news/colombia-blames-guerrillas-for-killing-senator-but-with-little-evidence/)IvanCepedaCastro, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

June 16, 2026Episode 208 min

The case FOR Iván Cepeda

Iván Cepeda has built his political career around peace, social justice, and advocacy for victims of Colombia’s armed conflict. In this segment, we examine the strongest arguments in his favor, from his focus on neglected regions and marginalized communities to his commitment to implementing the peace accords, his ideological consistency, and his reputation as a disciplined and experienced political operator. Whether you agree with his vision or not, these are the qualities that make Cepeda a serious contender in Colombia’s 2026 presidential race.SOURCES & ACKNOWLEDGMENTSKey La Silla Vacía pieces referenced: - Profile of Iván Cepeda (life, Manuel Cepeda’s assassination, MOVICE, the Uribe case, “truth as a program”) - “La cuota de Cepeda en el fracaso de la paz total” — Cepeda’s share of responsibility in the failure of Total Peace - “Cepeda lleva una década de silencio frente a la opresión del chavismo” — Cepeda’s silence on Chavismo - Reyes’ computers investigation - Profile of Abelardo de la Espriella (Montería, La Salle, Ralito/Fipaz, the client list, the brand, the religious conversion, the tiger campaign) - “El universo empresarial de la Espriella: socios cuestionados, saldos en rojo y bienes raíces” — https://www.lasillavacia.com/silla-nacional/el-universo-empresarial-de-la-espriella-socios-cuestionados-saldos-en-rojo-y-bienes-raices/Race facts verified (June 2026): - First round (May 31, 2026): De la Espriella ~43.7%, Cepeda ~40.9%; runoff June 21; winner inaugurated August 7. (France 24 https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260531-colombia-presidential-election-live-follow-the-first-round, AS/COA Poll Tracker: https://www.as-coa.org/articles/poll-tracker-colombias-2026-presidential-election) - Assassination of Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay (shot June 7, 2025; died Aug 11, 2025); Prosecutor’s Office links the Segunda Marquetalia, though InSight Crime notes thin public evidence. (https://www.financecolombia.com/colombias-prosecutors-go-after-farc-dissidents-segunda-marquetalia-for-presidential-candidate-miguel-uribe-turbay-murder/, https://insightcrime.org/news/colombia-blames-guerrillas-for-killing-senator-but-with-little-evidence/)IvanCepedaCastro, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

June 16, 2026Episode 1913 min

The case FOR de la Espriella

Abelardo de la Espriella has built his campaign around security, economic growth, and a stronger relationship with the United States. In this segment, we examine the strongest arguments in his favor—from his tough-on-crime stance and pro-business agenda to his plans for healthcare, homeownership, government reform, and rural connectivity. Whether you support him or not, these are the policies and ideas that make his candidacy appealing to many Colombians ahead of the 2026 election.SOURCES & ACKNOWLEDGMENTSKey La Silla Vacía pieces referenced: - Profile of Iván Cepeda (life, Manuel Cepeda’s assassination, MOVICE, the Uribe case, “truth as a program”) - “La cuota de Cepeda en el fracaso de la paz total” — Cepeda’s share of responsibility in the failure of Total Peace - “Cepeda lleva una década de silencio frente a la opresión del chavismo” — Cepeda’s silence on Chavismo - Reyes’ computers investigation - Profile of Abelardo de la Espriella (Montería, La Salle, Ralito/Fipaz, the client list, the brand, the religious conversion, the tiger campaign) - “El universo empresarial de la Espriella: socios cuestionados, saldos en rojo y bienes raíces” — https://www.lasillavacia.com/silla-nacional/el-universo-empresarial-de-la-espriella-socios-cuestionados-saldos-en-rojo-y-bienes-raices/Race facts verified (June 2026): - First round (May 31, 2026): De la Espriella ~43.7%, Cepeda ~40.9%; runoff June 21; winner inaugurated August 7. (France 24 https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260531-colombia-presidential-election-live-follow-the-first-round, AS/COA Poll Tracker: https://www.as-coa.org/articles/poll-tracker-colombias-2026-presidential-election) - Assassination of Sen. Miguel Uribe Turbay (shot June 7, 2025; died Aug 11, 2025); Prosecutor’s Office links the Segunda Marquetalia, though InSight Crime notes thin public evidence. (https://www.financecolombia.com/colombias-prosecutors-go-after-farc-dissidents-segunda-marquetalia-for-presidential-candidate-miguel-uribe-turbay-murder/, https://insightcrime.org/news/colombia-blames-guerrillas-for-killing-senator-but-with-little-evidence/)IvanCepedaCastro, CC BY-SA 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0, via Wikimedia CommonsRead more at Finance Colombia: https://www.financecolombia.com/ Subscribe to Finance Colombia for free: https://www.fcsubscribe.com/ Read more at Cognitive Business News: https://cognitivebusiness.news/ The place for bilingual talent! https://empleobilingue.com/ More about Loren Moss: https://lorenmoss.com/write Contact us: https://unidodigital.media/contact-unido-digital-llc/

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