Columbia's election win clincher
Security Versus Education, Healthcare and Employment reforms Photo Credit: fairobserver.com Are We All on the Same Page, Just Approaching This from Different Perspectives? I was listening to the news many years ago about Colombia's election and the first-round results. As the newscaster discussed the various manifestos of the contenders, I found myself reflecting on the perspectives presented. The leader in the first round focused on security, while the runner-up emphasized healthcare, employment, and education. Let’s delve into these two perspectives in more detail. Security: A Deep Concern for Colombians Security is a critical concern for Colombians, particularly those displaced by drug wars. The first-round winner proposes continued use of force to stabilize the situation and promote security. However, in my opinion, this approach is akin to putting a plaster on a wound without addressing its underlying cause. Imagine a wound caused by a thorn. Covering the wound with a plaster...