The 'clans': the criminal forces rigging Colombia's economy and democracy

by Adriaan Alsema February 19, 2020

While officially a free market democracy, Colombia’s state system and economy are rigged by “clans” that are largely above the law.

These clans’ ability to almost usurp the country’s democracy and economy most recently became evident by detailed allegations by fugitive politician Aida Merlano, a former member of the Gerlein Clan.

Merlano’s account of how, for example, the Char Clan steals elections and rigs the justice system is news to nobody.

Not even her claim she was sexually harassed as a child is unique, but a reminder the clans have never shied away from crimes against humanity.

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