“Democracy Behind Bars” in Venezuela? Who is Leopoldo López?

hovbanner01One wonders how many mistakes, glaring omissions and biased statements can one fit in just two paragraphs of just 88 words. When it comes to Venezuela, the answer is, a lot. On Friday, March 27, the Guardian published a piece called “Democracy behind bars: 11 opposition leaders facing jail or death”, which was “sponsored by Crown Agents.” First in the list of 11 “democratic opposition leaders” facing jail or death around the world is Venezuela’s Leopoldo López.

The Transition to Socialism in Venezuela: What Is To Be Done?

r2600583502Sixteen years since Chávez came to power, the Bolivarian Revolution has still not been completed. A revolution cannot be carried out partially. Either it goes all the way in removing capitalism once and for all, or it opens dangers for itself, which in the long run can lead to defeat, with the oligarchy regaining full political control. In this article written last year, Jorge Martin looks at what needs to be done to complete the Venezuelan Revolution.