In what appears to be a deeply unfair election riddled with irregularities, Venezuelan’s authoritarian president, Nicolás Maduro, seems to have survived once again.
The election was a crucial test of the durability of the new brand of authoritarianism gripping the Americas — and it has proved that the movement may not fade away anytime soon.
Guatemala had a close call last year, with the attorney general’s office attempting to prevent a peaceful transition of power.
Venezuela’s election is a fulcrum moment for the Americas.
Despite high turnout, there were numerous reports of voting irregularities, voter intimidation and problems at voting centers.
Persons:
Nicolás Maduro, Mexico’s, Claudia Sheinbaum, It’s, Maduro
Organizations:
United
Locations:
Venezuela, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Guatemala, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, United States, Americas