Colombian presidential candidate Miguel Uribe shot during campaign event
🚨 A presidential candidate shot in broad daylight—how safe is democracy in Colombia right now?
Colombian senator and presidential hopeful Miguel Uribe was shot twice in the back during a campaign event in Bogota. Uribe, a key figure in the opposition Democratic Center party, is now in critical condition. President Gustavo Petro has strongly condemned the attack, and police have already arrested a teenage suspect.
This shocking incident is raising serious concerns about political violence just as Colombia heads into its presidential race. With tensions running high, many are questioning what this means for the future of open, safe elections in the country.
What do you think—can Colombia protect its democracy in the face of rising violence? How do such events shape public trust in the political process?