Opponents are seeking to recall Venezuelan President Maduro who is increasingly unpopular
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News about the struggle for democracy in Venezuela. Venezuela is not a functioning democracy after years of sliding down the scale on this measure. Also check out our section on World Democracy or our articles on the Americas.
A Ten-Point Compact For a Post-Maduro Venezuela
As the political and economic situation in Venezuela continues to deteriorate, it pays to look beyond the current situation and outline a possible roadmap that could guarantee the return to democratic life
Venezuela Heading Down a Dangerous Path
Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has extended a state of emergency this past Friday, May 13th, as the country’s economic problems have continued into the spring months of 2016
Behind Venezuelan Opposition’s Push to Drop Maduro
Economic disaster is giving to impetus to effort to drop Maduro from his powerful position
Your Vote, Your Voice!
As I cast my ballot early today in the voting booth, I decided to stop dawdling and write something about the importance of voting. I have wanted to post my daughter’s words, because — as a millennial — she has something important to say about voting
Venezuelan Opposition Takes Power in National Assembly
Major challenges await the newly empowered Venezuelan opposition including economic chaos
What the Filipino Opposition Can Learn From Venezuela
With persistence and unity, the Filipino opposition can lead country towards democracy
A Historic Victory For Venezuelan Democracy
Maduro admitting election defeat honorably sets the tone for a revitalized Venezuelan democracy
Fairness of Venezuela Vote Sunday of Critical Importance
All eyes fixed on Venezuela vote for legislature Sunday as Maduro era set for public judgement
How Argentine Election Can Upend Latin American Politics
A win by opposition leader Mauricio Macri in the upcoming Argentine Election increasingly likely