Who Will Win Colombia’s Presidential Election?
June 16, 2026 | What to expect in the second round as Colombia chooses a successor to Gustavo Petro, its first-ever leftist president.
Articles by Omar Ocampo
Venezuela and the Trump Administration’s “Hemisphere First” Agenda
January 8, 2026 | Oil is part of the reason Trump invaded Venezuela. But the bigger reason is classic imperial power politics.
Brazil’s Fascist Right Attacks Lula’s Pro-Worker, Pro-Democracy Agenda
January 10, 2023 | Lula knows better than most how to fight for the interconnected goals of democracy and economic justice. Little did Lula know how soon that fight would come.
Colombia’s First Leftist President Charts a New Path on Venezuela
November 22, 2022 | Gustavo Petro has rejected the failed “diplomatic siege” of his predecessors. But he also wants to see a more democratic Venezuela.
A Proposed Wealth Tax on Colombia’s 4,700+ Richest Would Raise $1 Billion
August 24, 2022 | The progressive tax proposed by Colombian President Gustavo Petro would impact a small percentage of the nation's wealthiest while raising significant sums to address inequality.