The question that everyone asks here in Salento, Quindío is the same I have heard from mayors and social leaders in many municipalities: can the mining titles given by the National Government supercede local decisions to privilege other activities, like tourism, agriculture, or the conservation of water sources.

It was a sunny day in February and the entrance to the family's house was decorated with a purple ribbon. In a room, Juanse's photos and the paintings his friends had given him were visible. We talked for hours with his parents and sister, we got to know Juanse through his family. Two weeks ago, they had had to say goodbye to their 14 year-old son and brother.

This past Thursday, the Constitutional Court held a public hearing about the statutory bill that authorizes a plebiscite to put the peace accords to a popular vote.