Jorge Eliécer Gaitán
Jorge Eliécer Gaitán was a prominent Colombian politician and lawyer renowned for his leadership in the Liberal Party during the early to mid-20th century. He became an influential figure advocating for social reforms and the rights of the underprivileged, ultimately leading to his assassination in 1948, an event that triggered widespread riots known as the Bogotazo. Gaitán's legacy continues to resonate in Colombian politics, symbolizing the struggle for social justice and democratic representation.
Born on Jan 23, 1903 (122 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Venezuela | 1 | 5.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 28,435,943 | 25,054 | $48,000 | 42$ |
| Panama | 1 | 7.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 4,314,768 | 3,700 | $76,000 | 65$ |
| Totals | 2 | 32,750,711 | 28,754 | $124,000 | 107$ |
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Panama:
Jorge Eliécer Gaitán was a prominent leader of the Liberal Party who was assassinated in 1948.
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Venezuela:
Jorge Eliécer Gaitán is mentioned as a leader who was assassinated in 1948.
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Colombia:
The assassination of Jorge Eliécer Gaitán in 1948 triggered a violent conflict in Colombia.
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Venezuela:
Gaitán was a charismatic liberal leader whose assassination in 1948 sparked the Bogotazo and marked the beginning of a violent conflict in Colombia.
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Venezuela:
Jorge Eliécer Gaitán was another liberal leader assassinated in 1948, leading to widespread protests and thousands of deaths.
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Colombia:
Jorge Eliecer Gaitán is referenced in the context of the historical failures of leftist unity in Colombia.
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Venezuela:
Jorge Eliecer Gaitán was a prominent Colombian leader who was assassinated in 1948.
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Venezuela:
Jorge Eliécer Gaitán was a liberal leader whose march in 1948 is referenced in the context of the current march.
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Colombia:
Jorge Eliécer Gaitán was a political figure who aimed for the presidency.
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Colombia:
Jorge Eliecer Gaitán was referenced by President Petro in relation to a historical crime and its impact on Colombian society.
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