Uribe

Colombia FARC Rebels Strive To Reinvent Themselves

Miami Herald | Posted 06.27.2009 | World


Colombia's FARC is working to reinvent itself after suffering almost seven years of sustained military pressure under President Alvaro Uribe -- a peri...

Colombia Commits "Crimes Against Humanity" as Free Trade Pacts Are Debated

Dan Kovalik | Posted 06.13.2009 | World


Dan Kovalik

Despite the claims of the Colombian government and those in the U.S. eager to consummate "free trade" pacts, the human rights situation in that country is deteriorating fast.

Colombia's Uribe Pushes To Outlaw Personal Drug Use

Miami Herald | SIBYLLA BRODZINSKY | Posted 05.14.2009 | World


The Colombian Congress this month will begin discussing a bill introduced by the government that would prohibit possession of any drug and would punis...

Appropriately, Bush Hosts Death Squad President As He Appeals For Massive Corporate Bailout

Dan Kovalik | Posted 10.23.2008 | Politics


Dan Kovalik

"Now all the criminals in their coats and their ties Are Free to Drink Martinis And Watch The Sun Rise . . ." -- Bob Dylan, Hurr...

As Colombian President Comes To D.C., His Government's Death Squad Links Are Further Revealed

Dan Kovalik | Posted 10.18.2008 | Politics


Dan Kovalik

Breaking: As Colombian President Alvaro Uribe arrives in Washington D.C. on September 19, his government continues to sink amidst the weight of the "...

Bush To Host Colombian Death Squad President

Dan Kovalik | Posted 10.09.2008 | Politics


Dan Kovalik

Just as the U.S. supported the governments of El Salvador and Guatemala during the 1980's, the White House is preparing to roll out the red carpet for Latin America's latest death squad President.

Despite Controversies, Colombia's On the Upswing -- and Bogota's Cool

David Paul Appell | Posted 12.13.2008 | World


David Paul Appell

Bogotá, the sprawling Andean capital of 7 million, is a safe, under-the-radar gem with plenty of nifty surprises up its municipal sleeve.

Colombian President Uribe Misleads Press About Carter's Intentions - Jimmy Carter NOT In Favor of FTA

Dan Kovalik | Posted 09.27.2008 | Politics


Dan Kovalik

Though it has received scant press here, the Colombian media recently and enthusiastically reported that Jimmy Carter, after allegedly "resolving his...

Ingrid for President / Ingrid Para Presidenta

David Paul Appell | Posted 12.13.2008 | World


David Paul Appell

Betancourt has hinted at another run for the top job. If she does, she could become not just one the world's most respected presidents but also a much-needed beacon of hope in Latin America.