Hello Warren,

Being Colombian and having visited Bogota recently, I am very proud and impressed with the progress this wonderful country has made and certainly welcome such positive press about the many wonderful initiatives Colombians have taken.

As you may know, Colombia is the 3rd largest recipient of American foreign aid after Israel and Egypt. I would like to know how this is part of the figures of money available to Medellin. I think it's important to mention this and understand the role of these funds---and if and how they contributed to this success.

I visted Medellin 4 years ago, and it was beautiful---first time for my mother from Bogota, and there was much to be loved about this place. I admire their progress, just want full information.

Thank you.

Maria Claudia Escobar