Venezuela votes in election that could end 25 years of socialist rule

Venezuelans face a critical presidential election that could end 25 years of socialist rule, with opposition candidate Edmundo González Urrutia challenging incumbent Nicolás Maduro. Despite hope for change, the election is marred by irregularities, including barred candidacies and limited voter registration, particularly for exiles. Observers note that the election is heavily skewed in favor of Maduro, raising concerns about the legitimacy of the process.

Keywords: Venezuela, election, Maduro

Source: The Guardian

Update At: 7/28/2024