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Claim Text: Mr. Petro joined the M-19, a leftist militia, at 17, appalled, he said, by the poverty near his home outside Bogotá.
Simplified Text: Petro joined M-19 at 17 due to poverty.
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Created: December 6, 2025 at 12:12 AM (8 months ago)
Last Updated: December 6, 2025 at 12:12 AM (8 months ago)

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