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Robert Valencia

Miami, New York
As seen in: Global Voices, CNBC, Newsweek, Newsweek Europe, Georgetown Journal, Yahoo, Mic, The World from PRX, World Politics Review, WCHS-TV (Charleston, WV), RealClear Markets and
Covers:  Latino issues, politics, drug policy, immigration, Latin America, conflict resolution
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Robert Valencia is a journalist and public affairs specialist with more than 10 years of experience. He is a bilingual writer who has covered issues related to drug policy, human rights, U.S. presidential and legislative elections, freedom of the press, immigration, racial and criminal justice in the United States, finance in emerging markets and economic integration across the Western Hemisphere. He was a writer and editor for Newsweek.

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Colombia peace deal a year later: Violence and drugs surge despite advances

Colombia peace deal a year later: Violence and drugs surge despite advances

On November 24, 2016, the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, also known as FARC, and the Colombian gover…

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After Mujica: Can Uruguay Maintain Its Progressive Model?

After Mujica: Can Uruguay Maintain Its Progressive Model?

Uruguay has become known as a beacon of progressive ideals in Latin America, notably for legalizing marijuana…

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Stephanie Elkins recognized with Kanawha County Teacher of the Year Award

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By Robert Valencia, Kristofer Plona 
| WCHS-TV (Charleston, WV)
by ROBERT VALENCIA, KRISTOFER PLONA Tue, April 28, 2026 at 12:28 PM Updated Tue, April 28, 2026 at 12:44 PM Stephanie Elkins is recognized as the 2026 Kanawha County Teacher of the Year. (WCHS) KANAWHA COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — School officials recognized an outstanding teacher with the Kanawha County Teacher of the Year Award Tuesday. Stephanie Elkins, a fifth grade teacher at Kanawha City Elementary, earned the honor for 2026.
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Jersey Mike's Subs opens new location in Kanawha City

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By Robert Valencia, Kristofer Plona 
| WCHS-TV (Charleston, WV)
by ROBERT VALENCIA, KRISTOFER PLONA Wed, January 21, 2026 at 11:36 AM Updated Wed, January 21, 2026 at 12:17 PM Jersey Mike's opens a new location in Kanawha City. (WCHS) CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WCHS) — A national brand known for crafting made-to-order submarine sandwiches has opened in Kanawha City. Jersey Mike’s – located at 3708 MacCorkle Avenue Southeast – held a grand opening ceremony Wednesday morning. The eatery offers hot and cold subs, sides, drinks, desserts and catering services.
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Reescribiendo la Historia en los tiempos de Trump

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By Robert Valencia
| dialogoatlantico.com
En su libro La mentira en política, la politóloga y filósofa Hannah Arendt decía que el mentiroso es un actor por naturaleza con la idea de cambiar el mundo y, en el caso de que sus mentiras tomen vuelo, las personas abrazarán nuevas creencias en consecuencia.
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