politics

diciembre 28, 2025

'No voy a ser dictador': Petro defiende la constituyente y asegura que no busca quedarse en el poder

Presidente Gustavo Petro Foto: Vanexa Romero / Portafolio

'No voy a ser dictador': Petro defiende la constituyente y asegura que no busca quedarse en el poder

TL;DR

  • President Gustavo Petro denies intentions of becoming a dictator or extending his term through a constituent assembly.
  • The proposed constituent assembly has generated a tense political climate and strong opposition.
  • Opposition figures like Vicky Dávila and David Luna reject the idea, defending the current constitution.
  • Petro has previously hinted at using popular participation mechanisms, including a constituent assembly, if legislative reforms are blocked.
  • Critics argue that a constituent assembly without Congressional approval lacks legitimacy and challenges institutional stability.