The uncomfortable visit of the High Courts to Congress, the future of the Democratic Center's campaign, and the annoyances of the Historic Pact / In Secret

The visit of the presidents of the upper courts to Congress last Sunday, during the inauguration of the fourth legislative session, was not without its surprises. The justices were seated between the Historic Pact caucus and their ministers. There, they witnessed the cries of "reelection," prompted by Chief of Staff Alfredo Saade, who acted as the orchestra conductor. The attitude of Saade and the ruling caucus was described by several justices as disrespectful to democracy. Furthermore, the disorderly conduct of the session—which has become a matter of course in the legislature—was questioned.
The Democratic Center campaign 
Miguel Uribe Turbay was the victim of an attack on June 7 in western Bogotá. Photo: Sergio Acero
In the coming weeks, the Democratic Center will hold key meetings to define the future of its presidential campaign, which was suspended following the assassination attempt on Senator Miguel Uribe's life. There will be conversations with Uribe's family, as well as with the other pre-candidates , to make decisions that will allow the party to choose a single candidate, who will eventually compete with other like-minded forces in the March referendum in search of a coalition. The party insists it will have a candidate.
When justice is not understood At the recent Meeting of the Ordinary Jurisdiction in the Specialized Labor Jurisdiction on the Standardization of Judicial Rulings, held in Ibagué, a statement by the judge of the Labor Cassation Chamber of the Supreme Court of Justice, Marjorie Zúñiga Romero, resonated among judges and officials: "Justice that is not understood is not justice." The judge, recognized for her leadership in promoting clear language in judicial decisions, was emphatic in pointing out that many rulings continue to be drafted behind the backs of citizens. Her message was direct: "When language excludes, justice distances itself from those who need it most." And yes, more than one attendee—robed and all—was left thinking.
They are looking for 'purebreds' 
Historic Pact Assembly in Bogotá Photo: X: @GloriaFlorezSI
The more radical wing of the Historic Pact is unconvinced that Daniel Quintero will participate in the October referendum, believing that he could subtract rather than contribute. The Petro leadership doesn't view the former mayor of Medellín as one of their own and insists that only the "pure-bloods" of the left should participate in the referendum. But Quintero, for now, appears to have a solid relationship with President Gustavo Petro, which would open the door for him to participate in those party elections.
Without voice or vote After appeal, Cambio Radical confirmed the sanction against Senators Temístocles Ortega and Ana María Castañeda . Despite their party's decisions, they have acted in favor of President Gustavo Petro's administration in the legislature—for example, they did not vote against the referendum. The question is what will happen to the second vice presidency of the Senate, currently held by Castañeda. With this decision, the party will prevent her from presiding over the plenary session. The case will likely reach the Council of State.
Elsa Noguera's graduation 
Elsa Noguera. Photo: EL TIEMPO
Since Elsa Noguera left the Governor's Office of Atlántico on January 1, 2024, she has been away from political activity to continue training for future professional challenges. In fact, the former president recently graduated from the Senior Management Program at the University of Cambridge. And although the regional elections are still a long way off, and all eyes are now on the presidential elections, in Atlántico, they already see her as a potential candidate to return to lead the department or manage Barranquilla.
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