2024-05-03 23:33:52
Within the framework of the marches held this May Day in Colombia, President Gustavo Petro Urrego spoke of his commitment to the transformation of the country, emphasizing the need to raise the flag of constituent power for social justice, democracy and peace.
«We come here and fill these squares to raise the flag of social justice, of democracy and definitive peace in Colombia«Declared the president during his participation in the demonstrations for International Labor Day.
In a call to action, Petro urged his ministers to move forward quickly and without fear in fulfilling the Government program, supported by the National Development Plan. “Minister or minister who is afraid, should step aside and let someone else do it,” he emphasized.
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The president expressed his determination to overcome obstacles and carry out the reforms necessary for the transformation of the country. “Move forward as much as possible,” Petro urged, highlighting the importance of courage and popular support in this process.
Likewise, Petro regretted the attempts to block government initiatives by opposing sectors.. «They want to surround us; “We move one foot here and the Attorney General’s Office falls,” he said, referring to the obstacles faced by the Government in the Congress of the Republic.
The president concluded by reaffirming his commitment to the popular will expressed at the polls and in the streets, calling to move forward in building a more just and equitable country.
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