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Why the US Can't Afford to Ignore Venezuela

The recent election crisis should serve as a warning to Washington

Aug 07, 2024
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Source: Andres Azpurua

The Venezuelan election crisis is a warning to American policymakers: ignore your backyard at your own peril.

At a time when there are global flashpoints occurring everywhere from Ukraine, to the Middle East, to the South China Sea, it’s easy overlook Venezuela. But that is a mistake the United States cannot afford. Venezuela is hom…

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