“No somos una notaría de la Gobernación”: presidenta saliente de la Asamblea de Antioquia

diciembre 29, 2025

TL;DR

Verónica Arango, a deputy from Centro Democrático, presided over the Antioquia Departmental Assembly in 2025.
The Assembly approved 67 projects proposed by Governor Rendón, including tax increases for security and administrative restructuring, which saved approximately $300 billion pesos.
Arango highlights a project supporting companies in providing social security for female heads of household or women in extreme poverty caring for dependents.
She notes that women have historically faced challenges in holding leadership positions in the Assembly, with only three women presiding in the last 50 years.
Arango experienced political gender violence during her presidency, finding it difficult for a woman to lead the corporation.
She refutes claims that the Assembly is merely a 'notary' for the governor, citing numerous modifications and instances where projects were not approved due to disagreements.
A project related to university funding via a stamp duty was withdrawn because deputies felt it lacked a solid public policy.
Arango describes Governor Rendón as firm in his convictions but also receptive to feedback, willing to modify or withdraw projects when necessary.

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