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Colombians vote in polarized presidential runoff amid corruption fears

Colombians are heading to the polls for a presidential runoff election, facing a choice between a conservative outsider and a leftist senator. The election is marked by deep societal divisions, fears of renewed internal conflict, and concerns over corruption. Both candidates are presenting distinct strategies to address the nation's challenges, including violence, the healthcare system, public debt, and corruption. AI

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Colombians vote in polarized presidential runoff amid corruption fears

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    Colombians vote for president amid corruption fears, polarisation

    A deeply divided electorate will choose Colombia’s next president in a run-off on Sunday that pits a progressive against a conservative outsider, with both candidates tapping into fears of renewed internal conflict in the country. Voters will choose between businessman and lawyer…