Category Archives: Blogging

Pre-election Google Hangout

Posted on April 13, 2013 by

Join Gustavo and I for a pre-election conversation, Corpoelec willing. Already online. Also via Youtube.

Posted in Blogging | 11 Comments

Google Hangout with Rory Carroll

Posted on April 8, 2013 by

My chat with Rory Carroll, author of the new book, “Comandante,” just ended. Also available via Youtube.

Posted in Blogging, Society | 32 Comments

The ethics of campaign consulting

Posted on April 6, 2013 by

It’s me vs. the Brazilians in this Simón Romero New York Times piece. The money quote: [Santana's] skills also came into focus in Venezuela, where both Mr. Chávez, who died of cancer last month, and his opponent, Henrique Capriles Radonski, hired … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging, International chavistas | 52 Comments

David Frum thinks our book is essential, so go buy it!

Posted on March 17, 2013 by

An exceedingly generous review of our book, by The Daily Beast’s David Frum. The money quote: If [the authors'] telling is correct, whatever else Chavismo is, it’s not sustainable beyond the lifespan of Chavez himself. Without Chavez’s demagogic gift for distracting … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging, Oil, Venezuelan Culture | 30 Comments

New Caracas Chronicles contributor: Emiliana Duarte

Posted on March 10, 2013 by

Folks, please join me in welcoming our new Caracas Chronicles contributor, Emiliana Duarte, a unique voice and a terrific young talent. Emiliana, welcome to the madhouse. We’re excited to have you on the team.

Posted in Blogging | 21 Comments

What do you call a problem like Maduro?

Posted on January 10, 2013 by

January 10th creates a conundrum for us at Caracas Chronicles. On the one hand, we share most of your indignation. Maduro’s term ends today, but the TSJ has ruled he can remain on board as Vice-President, in effect creating its … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging, Nicolas Maduro | 134 Comments

A holiday respite

Posted on December 21, 2012 by

Barring unforseen circumstances, i.e. The Man dying, we are going to go offline for a few days. We’ll be back toward the end of next week. Happy holidays, everyone. Hug your loved ones, and appreciate every moment. Don’t put your … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging | 83 Comments

Everything changes, everything stays the same

Posted on December 14, 2012 by

Setty thinks the oil industry is not going anywhere regardless of what happens with the Cuban Patient. He makes a whole lot of sense.

Posted in Blogging, Oil | 6 Comments

Hell is a Venezuelan bank

Posted on October 29, 2012 by

Last week was slow for me blogging-wise. Not because of a lack of ideas, mind you, but a lack of time. Sometimes everyday life meddles with the routine. But in this case, it turned it completely upside down. For once, … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging, The Economy, Venezuelan Culture | 29 Comments

Rah rah rah

Posted on October 10, 2012 by

Fifteen months ago, I was visiting some friends at the campaign headquarters of Henrique Capriles. We were shooting the breeze, excitedly talking about the nascent candidacy, looking out at the Ávila on a gorgeous afternoon, when in walks a lady. … Continue reading →

Posted in Blogging, Henrique Capriles | 75 Comments