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Venezuela's High-Stakes Election: A Critical Overview
2024-07-27 23:55:08
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Venezuela's High-Stakes Election: A Critical Overview

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In Venezuela's upcoming election, Maduro faces a significant challenge from opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia. The economic crisis, worsened by US sanctions, has driven millions to flee since 2014. The Unitary Platform coalition seeks to oust Maduro and repair international relations.

With concerns of a potential 'civil war' if Maduro loses, the peaceful transition of power hangs in the balance. Ten presidential candidates, including Maduro, vie for power, with some opposition figures aligning with the ruling party.

Venezuelan citizens, both at home and abroad, await the election results with a mix of uncertainty and hope for change.

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As Venezuela’s election nears, opposition figures face Maduro’s ... repression

Venezuela's opposition, led by Maria Corina Machado of Vente Venezuela, faces repression from Maduro's government as they campaign for Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia. Machado's team, including campaign staffer Oliver Lopez Cano, faces obstacles like blocked roads, detained staffers, and vandalized vehicles. Critics accuse Maduro of targeting low-level opposition workers, small business owners, and imprisoned activist Aldo Roso Vargas of Voluntad Popular. Maduro warns of 'bloodbath' if opposition wins, raising fears of increased repression. Machado receives unexpected support from former government supporters, including motorcycle groups. Maduro's predecessor and mentor, Hugo Chavez, is referenced. The Plaza Real Grill in Tachira state, owned by the family of former governor Cesar Perez Vivas, was shut down by authorities. Human rights organization Foro Penal, co-founded by Gonzalo Himiob Santome, has documented 149 cases of politically motivated arbitrary detention. Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has warned Maduro against anti-democratic measures.

Venezuela Blocks Election Observers amid Maduro's 'Bloodbath' ... Threat

Venezuela's government under Nicolás Maduro has barred election observers, including ex-presidents, sparking concerns as the country gears up for elections. With the ruling party VP Cabello threatening expulsion, notable figures like Colombian senator Lozano and Spanish PP leader Feijoo have been denied entry. Maduro's warning of a potential 'bloodbath' if he were to lose further heightens tensions. The upcoming presidential election in Venezuela sees incumbent Maduro, a self-proclaimed Marxist, seeking a third term, while polls favor the opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia. Regierungsgegnerin María Corina Machado's presidential candidacy has been rejected, and Maduro's 2018 election was not recognized by Western nations, leading to sanctions on Venezuela. Blamed for the country's economic crisis and hyperinflation, which drove millions of Venezuelans to flee, Maduro faces increasing international scrutiny amidst the election turmoil.

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