On December 13, the fourth of the eight debates of the political reform proposed by the government of Gustavo Petro took place before the House of Representatives. In the middle of the discussion Representative Kaherine Miranda spoke out against the government.
(Read: The ‘coups’ and progress of the political reform of the Petro government).
The congresswoman accused the government of President Gustavo Petro of killing minorities. Miranda was dissatisfied with one of the key points of the reform regarding to the establishment of closed lists for collegiate bodies.
Political reform just crossed a RED line!
Eliminates the protection of minorities from the political constitution.
The inconsistency of a government that claims to be change hurts a lot
—Katherine Miranda (@MirandaBogota) December 13, 2022
Given the proposal that is being debated in Congress, Miranda assured: “He is in pain, shame, and deep disappointment. I was part of the debate leadership of the Gustavo Petro campaign. I helped get Gustavo Petro elected. And it hurts me deeply that in this government, with your endorsement, they are killing minorities in this country. It is embarrassing, it is painful and, unfortunately, I have to tell the country that this is not what I, and millions of Colombians voted for, to end minorities“.
Finally, the Chamber of Commerce did not approve this proposal, which was one of the central axes of the proposal. For now, closed and parity lists were approved.
(See: This will be the ultimate front label for ultra-processed foods.)
The following is a reconciliation between what has been approved by the Chamber and the Senate so that the text be ready for your next discussions in the first half of 2023.
BRIEFCASE
