Colombia chooses Gustavo Petro, first left-wing president in its history
Confetti explodes as the victory of candidate Gustavo Petro (left) in the presidential election is displayed, in Bogota, June 19, 2022. FERNANDO VERGARA / AP The opponent and senator Gustavo Petro became Sunday, June 19 the first leftist president in the history of Colombia, winning over his independent opponent Rodolfo Hernandez. Mr. Petro, 62, won … Read more