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Chocó Earthquake Reconstruction Tests De la Espriella; Thousands Uncounted
La Silla VacíaLO·CO·1 day ago
Municipalities most affected by a recent earthquake in Colombia voted overwhelmingly for the left, creating political pressure on the government of De la Espriella to prioritize reconstruction aid. The alignment of disaster needs with electoral loyalties raises questions about equitable distribution of support. The situation is developing as the government responds to the crisis.