Published 08/05/2024 6:33:00 p.m.

Colombia's congress considers ban on Pablo Escobar souvenirs

Colombia's congress is considering a bill to ban souvenirs related to the late drug lord Pablo Escobar, aiming to change the country’s image of mafia bosses.
Cristian Avendano, the bill's author, stated, "These items are revictimizing people who were victims of murderers."
Souvenir vendors in Bogota oppose the bill, arguing it limits freedom of speech, with street vendor Rafael Nieto calling it “a dumb law.

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The Independent

Colombia wants to ban tourists from buying Pablo Escobar souvenirs

A bill would allow police to fine those who wear t-shirts, hats and other garments that ‘exalt’ the infamous drug lord.

08/06/2024 10:38:16 a.m.·London, United Kingdom

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Associated Press News

Colombia's congress considers ban on Pablo Escobar souvenirs

BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) — Souvenirs depicting the late Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar could be banned in Colombia if legislators approve a bill introduced this week in the nation’s congress. The proposal is criticized by vendors who sell his merchandise to tourists from around the world, but backed by those who believe the country should […]

08/05/2024 3:33:03 p.m.·United States

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abc News

Colombia's congress considers ban on Pablo Escobar souvenirs

Souvenirs depicting the late Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar could be banned in Colombia if legislators approve a bill introduced this week in the nation’s congress

08/05/2024 3:33:03 p.m.·United States

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Sydney Morning Herald

Colombia moves to ban souvenirs of drug lord Pablo Escobar

Shop owners oppose plans to outlaw the sale of merchandise depicting the dead cartel kingpin, but others believe the country should shed its image of being home to mafia bosses.

08/07/2024 7:38:26 a.m.·Sydney, Australia

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