ADThe organizers want the conservative president to create a separate, independent negotiation process specifically to discuss their demands. It was an idea his administration is at least initially unwilling to concede, contending a more democratic approach would be to involve all Colombians. “One learns not to trust in words.”It remains unclear to what extent the National Strike Committee represents protesters in what has become a largely citizen-driven outpouring of discontent. AD“I would characterize the demands of the National Strike Committee as highly conservative, regressive and counter-reformist demands,” he said. ADNonetheless, the committee’s message has resonated widely, tapping into the myriad frustrations of Colombians.

Source: Washington Post November 27, 2019 03:22 UTC