History of Political Parties in Colombia

Abstract

This research paper analyzes the historical development of political parties in Colombia and it reflects on the roles they have played over the years in the Colombian State. This study is undertaken in order to understand the obstacles and deficiencies that these organizations have to date. For this purpose, a qualitative research methodology was used. It aimed at describing historical events that have been relevant to the development of political parties, as a group of people who seek to influence or be holders of political power in the Colombian state. The research results indicate a repeated lack of compliance with the political and legal principles that are required for the effectiveness of a participatory democracy as, theoretically, the Colombian State is.

Keywords

• conflictos, historia colombiana, partidos políticos