{"id":213642,"date":"2026-03-30T11:43:23","date_gmt":"2026-03-30T11:43:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/paloma-valencia-and-juan-daniel-oviedo-respond-to-criticism-of-their-presidential-formula-we-are-used-to-fighting-to-win\/"},"modified":"2026-03-30T11:43:25","modified_gmt":"2026-03-30T11:43:25","slug":"paloma-valencia-and-juan-daniel-oviedo-respond-to-criticism-of-their-presidential-formula-we-are-used-to-fighting-to-win","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/paloma-valencia-and-juan-daniel-oviedo-respond-to-criticism-of-their-presidential-formula-we-are-used-to-fighting-to-win\/","title":{"rendered":"Paloma Valencia and Juan Daniel Oviedo Respond to Criticism of Their Presidential Formula: “We Are Used to Fighting to Win”"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Paloma Valencia and Juan Daniel Oviedo opted for unity amid their differences – credit Paloma Valencia\/Facebook\/Colprensa<\/figcaption><\/div>\n

Political Dialogue Amid Differences<\/h2>\n

In a vibrant display of Colombia’s political diversity, Paloma Valencia<\/strong>, a senator from the Democratic Center, and Juan Daniel Oviedo<\/strong>, former director of Dane, are stepping forward with their candidacies for President and Vice President, respectively. This unique exchange, filled with personal anecdotes and career references, showcases not only their disparities but also their shared vision for the country\u2019s future.<\/p>\n

A Message of Unity<\/h3>\n

The dialogue opened with Oviedo stating, “Yes, there are things in which I want to give you news,” setting the tone for a collaborative discussion that transcended ideological barriers. Valencia, recognized as a \u201cphilosopher, lawyer, and writer with twelve years in Congress,\u201d made it clear that their positions were notably distinct. \u201cOviedo, you and I are very different,\u201d she stated, underlining the importance of legislative experience and diverse perspectives.<\/p>\n

Mutual Respect in Acknowledgment of Differences<\/h3>\n

The exchange took a lighter turn as Valencia humorously observed, \u201cI am a pigeon\u201d in reference to her last name and career trajectory, while Oviedo quipped back, \u201cObviously, I am a lightning bolt.\u201d This banter exemplified the respect they have for each other’s backgrounds while also embracing their differences. Their dialogue quickly transitioned to shared goals, focusing on the dire needs of Colombians across the nation.<\/p>\n

Building Towards a Better Future<\/h3>\n

Valencia made a poignant remark about the need for consensus: \u201cObviously we think very differently about many things. But thinking about the future, which is a blank page, we can agree on many others<\/b>.\u201d This assertion emphasizes their determination to address societal issues collaboratively. Oviedo, too, expressed the significance of uniting different perspectives, stating, \u201cWe agree that only by adding different things can we build a bigger Colombia<\/b>.\u201d<\/p>\n

Overcoming Polarization<\/h2>\n

Central to their conversation was the imperative of moving beyond political polarization. Valencia remarked, \u201cThey have dedicated themselves to dividing us, and we have many wounds, but we must leave them behind, because we came to add<\/b>.\u201d Their commitment to healing political fractures underscored the heart of their joint candidacy.<\/p>\n

A Call for Change in Political Mindset<\/h3>\n

In a separate social media message, Oviedo highlighted the societal barriers that hinder progress. “We get used to fighting to win. Therefore, when someone proposes adding, we doubt,” he stated, emphasizing that the first obstacle lies not in external forces, but within our collective mindset. \u201cThe first obstacle is not outside; it is in how we think<\/b>,” he asserted, advocating for genuine self-reflection and change.<\/p>\n

Winning Without Division<\/h3>\n

In conclusion, both candidates declared their aspirations: \u201cI am Juan Daniel Oviedo and I want to be your vice president,\u201d and \u201cI am Paloma Valencia and I want to be the first female president of Colombia. Join us.\u201d Their closing remarks reinforced a vision for a cooperative future, urging citizens to champion unity over conflict. “Today we are betting on something more difficult: winning without dividing. Add between different,” Oviedo invited, fostering a spirit of agreement and collaboration.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n


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