Teacher:Given a text, write a compressed version of it in a single sentence.
Teacher: Now, understand the problem? Solve this instance: If the cartel succeeds in blackmailing the Colombian authorities into negotiations, the cartel will be in control and Fidel can exploit his past relationships with them, " he told the Journal's David Asman recently.
Student:
If the cartel blackmails the Columbian police into negotiation the cartel will be in control and Fidel can exploit them said David Asman.