Only for the Reds
You might think that since the PSUV steamrolled the opposition in last Sunday’s elections, its thirst for power is now sated. But the reds will win, even when they lose.
Politics
PSUV Steals Bolívar State Governor's Race
MUD presents crystal clear evidence that tallying fraud was used to steal the governorship of Bolívar State.
What (The Hell) Happened in Miranda
How did the opposition lose a state that had been in the bag for almost ten years? Here are three theories and one conclusion.
Blaming the Victim
In an attempt to explain to a non-Venezuelan audience what happened on Suday’s elections, Quico claims results were authentic. Here's a whole bunch of reasons why he's wrong. And there are many more to come.
Explaining the Non-Fraud Fraud
Venezuelan elections are neither free nor fair, but they're what some would call competitive. That's a story even many Venezuelans can't wrap their minds around. I tried to explain it, in 800 words, to a foreign audience.
A Staggering Defeat
This isn’t going to be like July 30th, when evidence of fraud began to pile on almost from the moment the polls closed. This is going to be like April 2013, when the opposition signalled fraud but could never prove it.
Down the Sketchy Election Fraud Road, Again
Fraud seems like the only reasonable explanation for tonight's unfathomable election results. It's also the easiest way to paint yourself into a corner.
Wait a minute
Hasty post. Retracted.
Confusion and determination at three Caracas voting centers
We toured three voting centers rumored to be hit with last minute location changes and found mass confusion alongside with a blood-minded determination not to allow your vote to be suppressed.
Keeping Up With The Kampaign
Regional elections are pretty much here, so here’s a review of each side’s campaign — and a peek into the weird side.
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