10/09/2016

Why did Colombians reject Farc peace deal?

I was interviewed today by Radio France International about the 'no' result in the referendum on the peace accords in Colombia, October 2016.

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Helen Yaffe
By Helen Yaffe
Oct 9, 2016 9:48:23 AM

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