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December 5, 2019

Colombia Holds Third National Strike in Two Weeks
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In Colombia, tens of thousands of people poured into the streets across
the country today for a third national strike in just two weeks. The
demonstrations began as a protest against corruption, economic
inequality, and the killing of indigenous and community leaders. Many
are now calling for the ouster of Iván Duque's right-wing government.
This is Cony Camelo in the streets of Bogota Wednesday.

Cony Camelo: "In my life, I never have seen a march of this magnitude in
Colombia. From students, indigenous, trade union organizations, people
from the health system, environmentalists. I think there is a national
outcry and I think that is evident in this moment. And 14 days after to
see this square filled with people."



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