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On AlterNet: venezuela

Stories, blog posts, and videos tagged as "venezuela"

A New Cold War Brewing in Latin America?

A New Cold War Brewing in Latin America?

Revolter, BoRev AlterNet: PEEK. July 25, 2008.
Colombian Defense Minister Juan Manuel Santos today stated that he "still does not know what [the CSD] is for."

In Latin America, Crime Pays if You Own a TV Station

In Latin America, Crime Pays if You Own a TV Station

BoRev, BoRev AlterNet: PEEK. July 12, 2008.
At least according to the Miami Herald.

A Hidden Agenda: John McCain and the International Republican Institute

A Hidden Agenda: John McCain and the International Republican Institute

Sarah Hamburger, Council on Hemispheric Affairs. June 26, 2008.
The senator's ties to the infamous quasi-governmental organization require far greater scrutiny.

Chavez's Call for FARC Disarmament Takes Washington By Surprise

Chavez's Call for FARC Disarmament Takes Washington By Surprise

Mark Weisbrot, AlterNet. June 11, 2008.
Political chasm between Washington and Latin America continues to deepen, as Chavez rejects FARC's armed campaign.

 Chávez's Fix

Chávez's Fix

Daniel Wilkinson, The Nation. March 3, 2008.
Venezuela deserves to be the subject of a vigorous regional debate. Instead what we've gotten has been more like a shouting match.

What Does Castro's Resignation Mean for Cuba?

What Does Castro's Resignation Mean for Cuba?

Robert Scheer, Truthdig. February 20, 2008.
The Cuban people have suffered under an arrogant and idealistic revolutionary whose vision floundered on the rocks of cynical U.S. foreign policy.

Venezuela: Why the Barrios Still Love Hugo

Venezuela: Why the Barrios Still Love Hugo

Calvin Tucker, Comment Is Free. February 19, 2008.
Despite the rightwing media campaign against him, Chávez is still popular in Venezuela because his tenure has made a difference.

"Suitcase Scandal" is Another U.S. Foreign Policy Blunder

Mark Weisbrot, AlterNet. January 10, 2008.
The "suitcase scandal" has alienated the new Argentine government and will only further sully Washington's reputation in Latin America.

Venezuela: The Democratic Process Is Working

Venezuela: The Democratic Process Is Working

Katie Halper, AlterNet. December 6, 2007.
AlterNet caught up with author and activist Chesa Boudin in Caracas to get the scoop on the defeat of Hugo Chavez's referendum.

Updated: Will a Set-back for Hugo Chavéz be a Victory for Rational Discourse?

Updated: Will a Set-back for Hugo Chavéz be a Victory for Rational Discourse?

Joshua Holland, AlterNet AlterNet: PEEK. December 4, 2007.
Joshua Holland: Don't count on it.

Down but not out in Caracas

Down but not out in Caracas

Seumas Milne, Comment Is Free. December 4, 2007.
Venezuela's Bolivarian revolution suffered a setback in the form of the referendum defeat. But it's far from finished.

Democracy Still Alive and Well in Venezuela

Democracy Still Alive and Well in Venezuela

Mark Weisbrot, AlterNet. November 27, 2007.
When it comes to the commercial media's portrayal of Latin American politics, words like "democracy" and "dictatorship" have no meaning.

The World's Sole Superpower in Fast Decline

The World's Sole Superpower in Fast Decline

Dilip Hiro, Tomdispatch.com. August 23, 2007.
In almost every measure, the United States is past its zenith. A look at the challenges that are bringing the heyday to a halt.

Why is the Bush Administration Afraid of Hugo Chavez? [VIDEO]

Adam Howard, AlterNet: Video. July 9, 2007.
For years now, Hugo Chavez has been a major thorn in the Bush Administration's side. Why is he such a threat to their agenda?

Dems' bizarre assault on Hugo Chavez

Dems' bizarre assault on Hugo Chavez

Guest Blogger, AlterNet: PEEK. May 28, 2007.
Robert Naiman: A simple question: would it be an isssue if the U.S. did it?

U.S. Frees International Terrorist

U.S. Frees International Terrorist

Amy Goodman, King Features Syndicate. April 25, 2007.
Following the mass slaughter on the Virginia Tech campus, the U.S. government quietly released a convicted terrorist and mass murderer.

Breaking: American newspaper carries thoughtful, accurate Op-ed about Venezuela's Hugo Chavez

Breaking: American newspaper carries thoughtful, accurate Op-ed about Venezuela's Hugo Chavez

Joshua Holland, AlterNet: PEEK. February 8, 2007.
Joshua Holland: Some editor at the Houston Chronicle will be looking for a new job soon.

Hugo Chavez' scary

Hugo Chavez' scary "enabling law" and Bush's fast-track authority …

Joshua Holland, AlterNet: PEEK. February 1, 2007.
Joshua Holland: Oh no, the sky is falling!

Chavez Victory Should Trigger Diplomacy from U.S.

Chavez Victory Should Trigger Diplomacy from U.S.

Mark Weisbrot, Center for Economic and Policy Research. December 5, 2006.
The re-election of Hugo Chavez is the perfect opportunity for the Bush Administration to bury the hatchet with our fourth largest oil supplier and begin a policy of engagement with Venezuela.

Hugo Chávez beats the spread

Hugo Chávez beats the spread

Joshua Holland, AlterNet: PEEK. December 4, 2006.
Joshua Holland: 23 points! They must hate him.

Hugo Chávez' opponent becomes a crazy, wild-eyed populist

Joshua Holland, AlterNet: The Mix. October 12, 2006.
Plus: Latin America round-up! A bloody battle in Bolivia, elections in Ecuador and Brazil and Argentina's version of Bill and Hil.

Exploring Christopher Columbus Day

Elias Lawless, WireTap. October 9, 2006.
Opinion: How might a federal holiday relate to U.S. support for Guatemala`s bid at the U.N. Security Council?