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This Saturday, November 23, there will be a new day of mobilizations, called by the Democratic Center, against the Petro Government.
The mobilizations will begin at 10:00 am in cities such as Bogotá, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla, Bucaramanga, and Pereira.
In the capital of Antioquia, protesters will gather at the Monterrey Shopping Center roundabout, from where they will advance towards the Estadio Metro Station.
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The march will continue along Oriental Avenue until reaching the Old Railway Station in La Alpujarra, an emblematic point of the city.
Senator María Fernanda Cabal, one of the main voices of the Democratic Center, has harshly criticized the policies of the Petro Government, accusing it of putting the country’s basic services and security at risk.
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“We are not going to allow ourselves to be taken away from the country,” assured Cabal, who was supported by her colleague Paloma Valencia. In addition, the senator questioned the reforms, especially the health reform.
In Bogotá, the Radical Change party has called on citizens to meet at 10:00 am at the Planetarium.
The marches seek to demand concrete changes and results in the face of the current challenges facing the country.
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### Interview with Political Analyst on Upcoming Protests Against the Petro Government
### Interview with Political Analyst on Upcoming Protests Against the Petro Government
**Host:** Good morning, and welcome to our special segment on political movements in Colombia. Today, we have political analyst Dr. Clara Gomez with us to discuss the upcoming nationwide protests scheduled for November 23, organized by the Democratic Center against President Gustavo Petro’s government. Dr. Gomez, thank you for joining us today.
**Dr. Gomez:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Let’s dive right in. Can you explain the motivations behind these protests?
**Dr. Gomez:** Certainly. The Democratic Center, which is the party of former President Álvaro Uribe, has been increasingly vocal about its opposition to President Petro’s reforms across various sectors, including health, employment, and security. The protests set for November 23 are a direct response to these reforms, which many in the opposition believe could undermine economic stability and public services [[1](https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2024-03-06/thousands-march-in-colombia-to-protest-government-reforms)].
**Host:** Various cities like Bogotá, Medellín, and Cali will be sites for these mobilizations. Why do you think the protests are concentrated in these urban areas?
**Dr. Gomez:** Major cities tend to have a higher concentration of political activity and dissent. Bogotá, as the capital, is often a focal point for national demonstrations. Medellín is significant due to its historical context of both social struggles and political activism. The mobilizations starting at 10:00 am at key locations like the Monterrey Shopping Center roundabout in Medellín show strategic planning to attract attention and engage as many participants as possible [[1](https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2024-03-06/thousands-march-in-colombia-to-protest-government-reforms)].
**Host:** In light of the previous protests reported in March, how do you expect the atmosphere to differ this time around?
**Dr. Gomez:** The earlier protests saw thousands marching in cities, reflecting significant discontent with Petro’s policies. I anticipate a similar turnout this Saturday, but the mood might be more charged given the growing frustrations over health and retirement reforms, which many view as more immediate threats to their livelihoods [[1](https://www.usnews.com/news/world/articles/2024-03-06/thousands-march-in-colombia-to-protest-government-reforms)].
**Host:** Do you believe that these protests will have a tangible impact on government policy?
**Dr. Gomez:** It’s difficult to predict. Protests can serve as important catalysts for change, but they often require sustained pressure. If the Democratic Center manages to unify various discontented groups under one banner, it could significantly influence political discourse and potentially pressure the government to reconsider certain policies.
**Host:** Thank you, Dr. Gomez, for your insights. It will be interesting to see how these events unfold on the 23rd.
**Dr. Gomez:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** Stay tuned, everyone. We will continue to monitor the situation as it develops.
