The article discusses the importance of the Medellín Metro as a symbol of pride and reliability for the people of Medellín and Colombia. It highlights recent operational challenges and political attempts to influence the Metro's governance, particularly by figures associated with Daniel Quintero and Petro. The article warns against allowing political agendas to destabilize the Metro's corporate governance and calls for public vigilance to protect the Metro from political interference, drawing parallels with other politicized entities like ISA and Ecopetrol.

The article advocates for a legislative strike in Colombia due to the government's failure to consolidate a strong coalition in Congress, resulting in unsuccessful social reforms. It highlights corruption scandals involving close associates of President Petro and calls for halting government initiatives, particularly the Pension Reform. The text criticizes the government's handling of the economy, citing Ecopetrol's significant loss in value and the overall economic downturn. It urges Congress to demonstrate integrity and reject corruption, emphasizing the need for efficient investigations by justice and control entities.

The article criticizes Colombian President Petro's approach to healthcare reform, accusing him of intending to dismantle the current system and revert to the failed Social Security model. It highlights ongoing issues such as withheld payments to EPS, medication supply uncertainties, and inefficiencies of Invima and the Ministry of Health. The author, a Vice President of the Chamber of Representatives, also questions Petro's mental and physical health, suggesting the need for a medical tribunal. The article reaffirms the Centro Democrático's commitment to opposing the healthcare reform and maintaining the current system.

Dominican Republic is set for elections on May 19, 2024, with President Luis Abinader of the Partido Revolucionario Moderno leading the polls. The elections will also renew the entire Congress. Abinader's main competitors are Leonel Fernández of Fuerza del Pueblo and Abel Martínez of the Partido de la Liberación Dominicana. The political landscape is marked by a history of bipartisanship, with Abinader's party having won the 2020 elections. Key campaign issues include economic growth and migration policies, with Abinader advocating for stricter migration controls and a border wall with Haiti. Economic growth is projected, but poverty remains a concern.

The Dominican Republic's National Housing Plan 'Happy Family Home' is under scrutiny for allegedly defrauding hundreds of families. Despite President Luis Abinader's announcement of delivering 11,000 low-cost housing units in the first year, affected families and community leaders claim that only 15 homes were delivered in Azua and 200 in total, falling short of the promises. The plan, which was supposed to benefit 55,000 people in its first phase, is now questioned for its execution and transparency. The families demand that the current Minister of the Presidency, Joel Santos, provide specific details on the residential projects, including locations, dates, and beneficiary names.