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“Ten years ago, we were seen as a virtually failed state, but today we are a vibrant democracy. You can walk safely through the streets of Bogota these days.”

Juan Manuel Santos

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You will never hear me denigrating other countries.

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I have the complete support of the military. I personally served in the navy.

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