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Editorial: El País

  • The Colombian president, Gustavo Petro, plans to eliminate the social strata that have divided society since the 1990s.
  • This classification was originally intended to have wealthier areas subsidize the public services of poorer areas, but it has degenerated into a system of prejudice.
  • The idea of eliminating the social strata is not new, but it has never been implemented until now.
  • Today, the state and various technicians propose the elimination of the system, as they have more effective mechanisms for understanding families' economic situations.
  • Eliminating social strata will not end public assistance or discrimination, but it could promote a more equal society.

Conclusion: Petro's proposal to eliminate social strata could contribute to a more equal society and the creation of language that is more respectful of socioeconomic differences.