A voter panel convened by La Silla Vacía reveals the emotional drivers behind support for Abelardo De La Espriella. Voters expressed feelings of patriotism and “berraquera”—a Colombian term signifying resilience and toughness—as key reasons for their preference. The analysis stems from a representative group of electors participating in La Silla’s panel. These sentiments appear central to how De La Espriella connects with his base. The report highlights the importance of understanding the emotional context of voter choices. Further details on the panel’s findings are available on La Silla Vacía’s website. This initial report focuses on the core emotional responses elicited by the candidate.