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Deceased Chavez looms large in upcoming Venezuelan presidential election

Global Politics

Hugo Chavez has been dead a week and the race to replace him is already set. In many ways it’ll be a rematch of the October election Chavez won handily. But the question is whether the less fiery Nicolas Maduro can top Henrique Capriles as well.

Chavez vows deeper socialist revolution after winning third term

Global Politics

Venezuelan Presidential candidates looking across the border for votes

Global Politics

Powerful challenger set to take on Chavez in Venezuelan presidential election

Global Politics

Venezuelan opposition parties organizing joint effort to oust Chavez

Global Politics

Hugo Chavez’s Political Heir Maduro Wins Presidency

La Revolución continues in Venezuela with Hugo Chavez’s heir winning a narrow election on Sunday. By a thin margin of just over one percentage point, Nicholas Maduro beat out his opponent and will go on to serve the remainder of Chavez’s term in office following his death earlier this year. Maduro’s opponent, Henrique Capriles Radonski, […]

Venezuelans Chart Post-Chavez Future in Sunday Vote

Global Politics

Venezuelans head to the polls Sunday to pick a new leader. They’ll chose between Nicolas Maduro, who vows to continue Chavez’s socialist policies, and opposition Henrique Capriles. Jennifer McCoy of the Carter Center is there to monitor the vote.

Venezuela’s 30-Day Presidential Campaign

Arts, Culture & Media

Venezuela’s opposition is scrambling to mount a campaign for president, following the death of Hugo Chavez. The race pits opposition Henrique Capriles against acting president Nicolas Maduro. But in many ways, Capriles is running against a dead man.

Late Hugo Chavez Dominates Venezuela Snap Election

Global Politics

In Venezuela, the snap election for president is getting under way, but the late Hugo Chavez is still the looming presence. His vice president, Nicolas Maduro, is campaigning on a promise to carry the Chavez torch.

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Chavez Wins Fourth Term in Venezuela

Global Politics

Venezuela’s Hugo Chavez easily won a fourth term in Sunday’s vote despite facing his most serious challenge in years.