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Legislative governance in Colombia's first progressive government
This article analyzes the construction of legislative governance during the administration of Gustavo Petro (2022–2025), the first progressive government in Colombia’s history. Through a systematic chronological analysis, it examines how the government has navigated the complex architecture of Colombia’s multiparty system to advance its reform agenda. The research explores the political strategies used to build majorities in Congress, including the distribution of ministerial positions, frequent cabinet reshuffles, and inter-party negotiations. It evaluates the most significant legislative victories—such as the tax and pension reforms—alongside the most notable defeats, particularly the collapse of the health care reform. The study reveals a pattern of fragmented governance, marked by unstable alliances, multiple cabinet crises, and a complex interplay between the government’s transformative aspirations and the structural limitations of the Colombian political system. The findings suggest that, despite having a sizable legislative bloc, the government has faced major challenges in advancing its political project, reflecting the inherent tensions of consensus-building in a democratic, multiparty context.
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