Gustavo Petro: I was wrong to believe that I could make a revolution by governing'
Briefly

In a candid interview, Colombian President Gustavo Petro shares his reflections on the challenges he has faced during his presidency. He expresses deep personal sacrifices, stating that his happiness is overshadowed by the pains inflicted on his family and himself through political struggles. Petro admits to being mistaken in trusting individuals around him too much and emphasizes that revolutions are driven by the people, not by those in power. Despite hardships, he remains committed to the revolutionary goals for Colombia, urging that the timing of change lies with the populace.
This is absolute unhappiness. It is a sacrifice. The first thing they tried to destroy was my family... When people hug me, I feel recharged.
In believing that I could make a revolution by governing, when revolutions are done by the people. The people decide when it happens.
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