London 12.07.2012 | “You have no idea how much things have changed in recent years. People are angry, stubborn. Do you know what it’s like to go to the supermarket and see endless lines for… The Illusion of Change in Venezuela’s Opposition: Capriles Mirrors Rosales While Chávez’s Grip Tightens
London 12.07.2012 | “You have no idea how much things have changed in recent years. People are angry, stubborn. Do you know what it’s like to go to the supermarket and see endless lines for… Capriles’ Campaign Echoes Rosales’ Missteps in Challenging Chavez’s Regime
London, 3.5.12 | The following is a collection of stories I’ve encountered in recent days, along with some insights, that indicate Venezuela is truly in a twilight zone. How long it will remain there, and… Venezuela Plunges into Crisis Amid Corruption and Criminal Allegations
London, 3.5.12 | The following is a collection of stories I’ve heard in recent days, along with some thoughts that suggest Venezuela is truly in a twilight zone. How long it will remain there and… Venezuela Plunges into Twilight Zone of Corruption and Power Struggles
“We need volunteers!” “Will you be my witness?” “Will you help organize the primaries in London?” This kind of message has been flooding my inbox for some time now. Having previously organized my share of… Venezuelan Opposition Primaries Expose Futility Against Chávez’s Dominance
«We need volunteers!» «Will you be my witness?» «Will you help organise the primaries in London?» These kinds of messages have been filling up my inbox for some time now. Having organized numerous Venezuela-related political… Venezuela’s Opposition Primary Reveals an Inevitability of Defeat
As always, many myths surround Venezuela. It’s truly the land of realismo mágico. Just the other day, I read an article in El Universal where Chavez claimed that thanks to him, Venezuela’s GDP has tripled.… Exposing the Illusion of Democratic Primaries in Venezuela’s Political Landscape
As usual, there are plenty of myths floating around when it comes to Venezuela. It is the land of magical realism. Just the other day, I was reading a story in El Universal where Chávez… Unmasking the Illusion of Venezuela’s Primary Elections
I must admit that Teodoro Petkoff has never been my favorite person. It might be due to my natural disposition towards individuals who achieve intellectual maturity after 45. Nevertheless, Teodoro is a figure of admiration… Teodoro Petkoff’s Influence on Capriles Radonski Reflects a Concerning Shift in Venezuelan Politics
Yesterday, Leopoldo López announced his intention to win the indefinite opposition primaries, aiming to confront Hugo Chávez in the presidential elections of October 2012. In my view, as I’ve previously noted in Spanish, Leopoldo has… Leopoldo López’s Strategic Maneuvering: The Political Puppeteer of Venezuela’s Future
Yesterday, Leopoldo Lopez declared his intention to compete in the opposition primaries, aiming to challenge Hugo Chavez in the presidential election set for October 2012. In my view, as I previously mentioned in Spanish, Leopoldo… Leopoldo Lopez’s Ambitious Maneuvering in Venezuelan Politics Exposes Dangerous Alliances
Yesterday’s news was tremendous. It was clear it was only a matter of time before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights (IACHR) ruled in favor of Leopoldo. This decision is critically important, not just in… Leopoldo López’s Crucial Choice: Power or Unity in Venezuela’s Political Future
Huge news from yesterday! It was only a matter of time before the Inter-American Court of Human Rights (IACHR) ruled in favor of Leopoldo. This decision is extremely significant, not just in Venezuela, where the… Leopoldo López Emerges as Venezuela’s Key Political Player Amidst Court Ruling Against Chavista Regime
The cancer of Hugo Chavez has highlighted the irrationality of many commentators’ arguments. Here are some examples: – Henrique Capriles Radonski: «I want to face a healthy and well Chavez.» – Alfonso Marquina: «The President… Chávez’s Illness Fuels Hypocrisy and Moral Blindness Among Critics and Supporters
“The situation is really bad… this is impossible… any moment now things will explode… people are furious… Chavez won’t make it through this year…” We’ve been hearing this for 11 years. Cubans have a saying… Venezuelans Remain Complacent While Dictatorship Continues Unchecked and Responses Lack Unity and Strategy