Tag: human rights

Secretary general of the oil workers’ federation demands the release of oil workers who have been detained 17 months for political reasons

by venezuelanvoices, posted in human rights, Solidarity, working class

El Tiempo March 31.- Once again, José Bodas, secretary general of the Unitary Federation of Oil Workers of Venezuela (FUTPV), urged the government to release the 126 citizens linked to the oil industry who remain in detention for “political reasons.” Seventeen months after they were deprived of their liberty, and despite the approval of the … Continue reading Secretary general of the oil workers’ federation demands the release of oil workers who have been detained 17 months for political reasons

Discussion: Venezuela, between imperialism and dictatorship

by venezuelanvoices, posted in Antiimperialism, crisis, International, Solidarity

Venezuelan Workers Solidarity Photo: José Abreu On January 23, Venezuelan Workers Solidarity hosted a webinar with Antulio Rosales, Yoletty Bracho, Venus Faddoul and Omar Vazquez Heredia about the January 3 imperialist attack and its aftermath in Venezuela. Below are the English and Spanish versions of this discussion. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y887MeCYH3Q In English https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rr_-J1Jyrt8 En español

Venezuela: the hour of perplexity

by venezuelanvoices, posted in Analysis, Antiimperialism

By Omar Vázquez Heredia Picture: Gaby Oraa The US operation in Venezuela seems to have taken everyone by surprise: those who thought it would never happen and those who believed that Nicolás Maduro's "removal" would pave the way for María Corina Machado to take office in Miraflores Palace. Now a complex process is beginning, with … Continue reading Venezuela: the hour of perplexity

Venezuelan socialists reject Trump’s threats without supporting Maduro

by venezuelanvoices, posted in Antiimperialism, Left opposition

Interview with Miguel Angel Hernández of the Socialism and Freedom Party (PSL) Picture: View of Los Magallanes de Catia, Oswaldo Pacheco What is the popular perception in Venezuela of US military threats? Is it a central concern for most people or is popular attention more focused on other issues? There is undoubtedly a real threat … Continue reading Venezuelan socialists reject Trump’s threats without supporting Maduro

María Corina Machado’s ignoble peace prize

by venezuelanvoices, posted in Antiimperialism, human rights, Left opposition, Venezuelan migration

Stanley Heller interviews Simón Rodríguez In an interview for The Struggle Video News, Simón Rodríguez discusses the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who dedicated it to US president Donald Trump, in the context of a brutal persecution against Venezuelan migrants in the US, increasing repression inside Venezuela against all … Continue reading María Corina Machado’s ignoble peace prize

Venezuela’s authoritarian turn and the repression of its Left

by venezuelanvoices, posted in repression

Anderson Bean interviews Edgardo Lander Originally published by Tempest Magazine Picture: Universidad Central de Venezuela Since Venezuela’s disputed 2024 elections, Nicolás Maduro’s government has escalated its authoritarian turn. More than 2,000 people were detained in the days following the vote, and targeted persecution has widened to include journalists, trade unionists, academics, and human rights defenders. … Continue reading Venezuela’s authoritarian turn and the repression of its Left

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

by venezuelanvoices, posted in Solidarity

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

We will not participate in the electoral farce and we call for active abstention

by venezuelanvoices, posted in Left opposition

Socialism and Freedom Party The Socialism and Freedom Party (PSL) addresses the Venezuelan people and the national and international public opinion to set out its position before the call for regional and legislative elections on May 25, 2025. This electoral process will take place in a context marked by the systematic violation of democratic rights, … Continue reading We will not participate in the electoral farce and we call for active abstention

Where is Eduardo Torres?

by venezuelanvoices, posted in human rights, repression, working class

Socialism and Freedom Party The Socialism and Freedom Party categorically rejects the possible forceful disappearance and detention of lawyer Eduardo Torres, who for more than a decade has stood out as a defender of human rights, particularly labor rights. Torres in 2013 was defense attorney for Ferrominera del Orinoco union leader Ruben Gonzalez, and more … Continue reading Where is Eduardo Torres?

What does María Corina Machado’s alliance with the European and Israeli ultra-right imply for the Venezuelan people?

by venezuelanvoices, posted in Analysis, Antiimperialism

Simón Rodríguez AI generated image Convening under the banner of "Patriots for Europe", two months ago the European extreme right met in Madrid, bringing political leaders of the Trumpist current together like some budget, fascist Avengers. Marching under the flags of ultra-nationalism, xenophobia, Islamophobia, antisemitism, and neo-fascism, representatives from France, Italy, Portugal, the Czech Republic, Austria, Estonia, Greece, and Poland were hosted … Continue reading What does María Corina Machado’s alliance with the European and Israeli ultra-right imply for the Venezuelan people?