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The governor of Antioquia, Andrés Julián Rendón, cared little about the warnings from the mayor of Medellín, the businessmen and even his political mentor, Álvaro Uribe, who repeatedly advised him not to create a tax on public services because it would affect the finances of the citizens and preferred to go over everyone and create it.
The governor, despite criticism, presented to the Assembly the Ordinance that creates a tax on public services. The president’s idea has already been approved, which will mean that, starting next month, Antioquians will have to get more money to pay the new tax.
To reach this tax, Andrés Julián went over those who had been his great political allies. Mayor Fico Gutiérrez spoke repeatedly refusing the measure. Before the media, he assured that citizens would not tolerate one more tax and that there are ways to work on the security of the region without the need for citizens to shoulder that responsibility.
Fico has shown with results that it is possible, since Medellín has had a very significant reduction in homicides, thefts and other crimes, without the need to ask citizens for more money.
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Another one that the governor listened to at all hours, but already ignored, was former President Álvaro Uribe. The president, on his social networks, made it very clear that taxpayers (citizens) are very burdened, so a new tax would obviously affect the people more. For this reason, he asked the governor to seek an agreement with Mayor Gutiérrez and the businessmen.
However, that agreement seems to be very far away, because although the former president seeks dialogue, the governor does not. If Andrés Julián wanted to take into account the thoughts of Fico Gutiérrez and the businessmen, he would not have called extraordinary sessions just to have the tax approved, much less would he have allowed the vote knowing that the justice system accepted a protection that could overturn his decision. to summon an extraordinary assembly.
For now, Andrés Julián showed that he cares little or nothing about the opinion of important figures in the department and that he prefers to collect taxes from citizens rather than seek resources from the National Government.
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2024-12-05 02:11:00
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* What alternative solutions to funding essential public services have critics proposed instead of Governor Rendón’s tax?
## Governor Rendón’s Tax: A Risky Move?
Today we’re joined by political analyst Maria Rodriguez to discuss the controversial new tax on public services recently implemented in Antioquia. Maria, this tax has sparked a lot of debate. Can you shed some light on the situation?
**Maria Rodriguez:** Absolutely. Governor Andrés Julián Rendón has faced significant pushback on this new tax. As reported by Minuto30 [[1](https://staticprd.minuto30.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Andres-Julian-Rendon-Alvaro-Uribe.jpg)], even prominent figures like Medellín Mayor Fico Gutiérrez and former President Álvaro Uribe warned against the move. They argued that it would further burden citizens already facing financial strain.
**Interviewer:** So, the governor seemingly disregarded these warnings. What were his reasons for pushing forward?
**Maria Rodriguez:** The governor’s reasoning, according to Minuto30, is that this tax is necessary to fund essential public services. However, his critics argue there are more sustainable solutions that wouldn’t disproportionately affect Antioquians.
**Interviewer:** This situation seems to have caused some friction between the governor and his political allies.
**Maria Rodriguez:** Absolutely. The Governor seems to have prioritized this tax over the concerns of his allies, like Mayor Gutiérrez. This could have long-term consequences for his political relationships and ultimately, his standing with the people of Antioquia. Only time will tell whether this risky move will pay off for the governor.
