Petro’s Troubled Tenure Exposes the Risks of Leftist Governance in Colombia

As President Gustavo Petro nears the final stretch of his landmark left-wing administration in Colombia, the nation confronts the sobering realities behind grandiose promises of transformation. What began as a hopeful project to uplift historically marginalized sectors has instead devolved into political turmoil marked by rampant corruption, ministerial instability, and fractured alliances—disruptions that ripple far beyond Bogotá’s walls.Is Petro’s Government Delivering or Dismantling?Three years ago, Petro galvanized more than 11 million Colombians with pledges of sweeping reforms. Partnering with Vice President Francia Márquez—a powerful symbol of environmental and social advocacy—the administration embodied an ambitious vision for radical change. Yet today,...