Colombia Picks 1st Leftist President In Tight Runoff Contest

Colombia has elected Gustavo Petro, a former M19 guerrilla member, as its new progressive president. Petro won the runoff with just over 50% of the vote, defeating 77-year-old entrepreneur Rodolfo Hernandez, who garnered 47%. Petro's running mate, Francia Marquez, will become the country's first black female vice president. Colombia faces challenges such as rising inequality, violence, and inflation.

Who was elected as the progressive president of Colombia?

• Rodolfo Hernandez

• Gustavo Petro

• Francia Marquez

• Juan Manuel Santos

What percentage of the vote did Gustavo Petro receive in the election?

• 51%

• 50%

• 55%

• 47%

Who did Gustavo Petro defeat in the Colombian presidential election?

• Ivan Duque

• Rodolfo Hernandez

• Juan Manuel Santos

• Alvaro Uribe

What is Francia Marquez's new role in the Colombian government?

• Minister of Environment

• First Lady

• Vice President

• Chief Justice

What are some of the challenges currently faced by Colombia?

• Rising inequality, violence, and inflation

• Environmental degradation and unemployment

• Political instability and corruption

• Healthcare and education reform