Colombia: May 23, 2003

Archives

 While FARC is becoming increasingly unpopular, the organization has never been stronger. FARC is more rapidly moving from a revolutionary organization to a large criminal one. With over 15,000 armed members, and over half a billion dollars a year in revenue, FARC is big business. Even the lowest ranking member gets paid more than the average Colombian, and the senior leaders do very well. The casualty rate is significant, with at least a quarter of FARC members being killed or wounded each year. But it's a living, and FARC is not likely to disappear any time soon.

X

ad

Help Keep StrategyPage Open

First came Facebook, then came Twitter, and finally, AI has arrived. They have all caused a decline in our business, but AI may be the deadliest innovation. We are currently in survival mode. Our writers and staff receive no payment in some months, and even when they do, it is below the minimum wage for their efforts. You can support us with your donations or subscriptions. Please help us keep our doors open.

Make sure you spread the word about us. Two ways to do that are to like us on Facebook and follow us on X.

Subscribe   Donate   Close