Colombia’s Former Rebels Hit the Campaign Trail

It’s been ten years since Colombia’s peace deal, and a former FARC commander is now discovering that winning votes is way tougher than winning wars. Who knew being a politician could be so brutal?

The Election Campaign Trail

John Otis from NPR caught up with the ex-commander on the campaign trail, and let’s just say it’s not exactly a smooth transition. The guy’s used to giving orders, not kissing babies. But hey, it’s worth a shot, right? After all, it’s not like they’re trying to start a war or anything.

It’s a wild story, and you’ve got to wonder what’s next for these former rebels. Will they manage to swap their guns for ballots and actually win some votes? It’s a long shot, but stranger things have happened, right?