Ivan Cepeda Shifts Focus: Aiming for National Consensus in Colombia’s Presidential Race

Colombian presidential candidate Ivan Cepeda pivots from proposing a constituent assembly to seeking consensus for national reforms. This shift aims to attract centrist voters needed to win over right-wing candidate Abelardo De La Espriella. Previously in favor of a new constitution, Cepeda now targets centrists wary of potential risks to democratic balance.

In a strategic move to attract centrist voters, Colombian leftist presidential candidate Ivan Cepeda announced on Thursday that he would focus on achieving national consensus for reforms.

Initially advocating for a constituent assembly to rewrite the constitution, Cepeda has adjusted his stance in response to criticism and the need to appeal to a broader electoral base.

Current President Gustavo Petro supports the assembly despite right-wing opposition. Cepeda, vying for the presidency against Abelardo De La Espriella, needs to win over centrist voters after placing second in the first round of elections.