President Obama seems to be changing his pre-electoral stance, regarding "free trade" and U.S. relations with Colombia.  The recent headline in Colombia's national daily, El Espectador, stated that the free trade agreement between Colombia and the United States got a big boost during the recent summit of the Americas held in Trinidad.  “Colombia is a critical strategic ally," said Ron Kirk, who is leading the U.S. effort to finalize the controversial trade agreement.  Kirk further noted,  "President Obama is a great admirer of Colombian President Uribe and the work that he has done with issues such as security and protection of workers."