VOICED : Oscar Zuluaga Colombia?s hardline opposition candidate

The transcript discusses the political landscape in Colombia during the presidential reelection of Juan Manuel Santos. Santos's success is partly due to the support of former president Alvaro Ribeiro. His opponent, Zuluaga, aims to distance himself from Ribeiro and take a tougher stance on peace talks with the FARC guerrillas. The campaign is marked by scandals and differing views on handling the rebels. While there is strong support for peace talks, Zuluaga appeals to those distrustful of the FARC and concerned about other issues like healthcare and education. The outcome of the election could significantly impact Colombia's future, particularly in terms of ending or prolonging the ongoing conflict.

What was a significant factor in Juan Manuel Santos's success in the first round of voting?

• His economic policies

• Support from Alvaro Ribeiro

• His stance on education

• His foreign policy

What was the main focus of the campaign between Zuluaga and Santos?

• Healthcare reform

• Education policies

• Peace talks with FARC

• Economic growth

How does Zuluaga's approach to the FARC differ from Santos's?

• He wants to negotiate more lenient terms

• He wants to include guerrilla leaders in jail time as a precondition

• He wants to focus solely on economic issues

• He wants to ignore the FARC entirely

What is the main concern for Colombians despite strong economic growth?

• Education

• Employment

• Healthcare

• Security

What could potentially change the course of Colombia's history according to the transcript?

• The next president's education reforms

• The next president's economic policies

• The next president's healthcare initiatives

• The next president's approach to the FARC