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Alvaro Reba, a former Colombian president, is running for Senator, campaigning against his successor's policies. His campaign criticizes peace negotiations with FARC rebels in Cuba, which propose political representation for FARC members. Despite his popularity, Reba cannot run for president again due to constitutional limits. He aims to influence peace talks through his new party, the Democratic Center. Analysts are skeptical of his hardline tactics, recalling past civilian casualties. Current polls indicate Colombians favor giving peace talks a chance.

What position is Alvaro Reba currently running for?

• President

• Senator

• Mayor

• Governor

What is one of the main criticisms Reba has against his successor, Manuel Santos?

• Reducing military spending

• Increasing taxes

• Undermining hardline policies against FARC

• Promoting foreign investments

What is a proposed idea in the peace negotiations with FARC?

• Ignoring FARC's demands

• Increasing military action against FARC

• Disbanding the FARC completely

• Giving FARC members political representation

What is the public's general sentiment towards the peace talks with FARC?

• They are largely opposed

• They are indifferent

• They want to give peace talks a chance

• They are unaware of the talks

What is the potential political shift if Santos is re-elected?

• Reba could become a major opposition figure

• Santos will lose his political influence

• Reba will retire from politics

• The left will dominate the parliament