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In Venezuela, pro-Chavez and opposition backers clash

Supporters of Hugo Chavez sporting the bright red that symbolizes his populist movement clashed Wednesday with backers of the opposition candidate in next month’s presidential election. An AFP photographer was roughed up, but it was not immediately clear if anyone else was hurt. Each side essentially

Chavez Confident Over Reelection

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez says he’s hoping to get a landslide victory with nearly 70 percent of the votes in October election. Chavez has governed Venezuela for 14 years and is hoping to extend his presidency by another six-year term.