Statement in solidarity with Edgardo Lander, Francisco Javier Velasco, Santiago Arconada, Emiliano Terán Mantovani and Alexandra Martinez

Solidarity campaign Photo: Adam McCauley, art by Icy and Soto We view with deep concern the serious accusations against university community members by official media sources that attempt to criminalize academic activity in our country. Teachers with a vast national and international recognition, committed to reasearch and critical reflection on the reality of the Venezuelan … Continue reading Statement in solidarity with Edgardo Lander, Francisco Javier Velasco, Santiago Arconada, Emiliano Terán Mantovani and Alexandra Martinez

Amidst widespread abstention, the government staged another electoral farce

Socialism and Freedom Party Pictures: José Carlos Gómez, 2013 Against a backdrop of evident apathy and widespread disinterest among the majority of the Venezuelan people, elections for mayors and municipal council members were held in the country on Sunday, July 27. In these elections, the ruling party (PSUV) went from holding 212 mayors to 285. … Continue reading Amidst widespread abstention, the government staged another electoral farce