Henri Falcon Archives - Global Americans

Without legitimacy, Maduro re-affirms his grip on power

With the opposition divided and lacking a coherent strategy, Maduro will likely remain in power for now despite his lack of legitimacy. But it doesn’t mean he’ll have an easy time of it.

Andrés Cañizález May 21, 2018

Despite all the downsides, the Venezuelan opposition should field a candidate in the elections

By refusing to participate, the Venezuelan opposition has lost an opportunity to provide an option to voters and mobilize domestic and international democrats.

Christopher Sabatini March 28, 2018

The OAS calls on Venezuela to delay its elections. It won’t make a difference.

It was good that 19 OAS member states mildly condemned Maduro and his rushed elections, but don’t expect change until there’s greater collective action outside and inside the country.

William Naylor February 28, 2018