Panama's Crisis: A Call for Elders' Council

Panama's Social Crisis: A Former Magistrate's Call for a Council of Elders Panama is grappling with a deepening social crisis, marked by significant divisions and protests. Former magistrate Guillermo Márquez Amado has voiced serious concerns, warning that the current trajectory threatens the nation's democracy. In a recent interview, Amado proposed a novel solution: the formation of a 'council of elders.' "We should establish a council of elders," Amado stated, "individuals without personal ambitions, who can advise the nation with the goal of overcoming these major problems." Amado's proposal comes amidst widespread protests, as seen in the video's footage of demonstrators marching through the streets. These protests highlight the deep-seated divisions within Panamanian society, fueled by economic inequality and political polarization. The council, Amado suggests, would serve as a non-partisan body, offering guidance and promoting national unity. Amado's proposal offers a potential pathway toward reconciliation and the resolution of Panama's ongoing crisis. While the feasibility of such a council remains to be seen, his call for unity and dialogue underscores the urgency of finding solutions to the nation's challenges.