Uncomfortable Lessons from the Belarusian Political Crisis
The former Soviet police state and the Caribbean nation are as different as the citizen alliances challenging their autocracies. Here’s an informed comparison from the ground
Politics
The Capriles Way Is Just a Detour
The former presidential candidate stepped in, attempting to displace Guaidó as the leader of the opposition and reignite the electoral agenda. But he can’t escape the only road we have left to fight chavismo
Maduro Enjoys the Luxury of Reusing a Trap
In this extremely convoluted week in Venezuelan politics, we share part of the analysis of our political risk team, and our view on where things may be going
The Old Trick of Using Political Prisoners as Bargaining Chips
The regime said it would pardon 110 people, including some political prisoners. But this is what Maduro’s "pardon" really means beyond the numbers and the propaganda
How Spain Turned Venezuela into a Political Throwing Knife
If you think Venezuela became a frequent subject in American politics, see how populism and corruption has made us a staple in the polarized Spanish scene since 2014, with some effects in our country
What Can We Learn From Belarus?
Alexander Lukashenko, a close ally of Chávez and Maduro and “Europe’s last dictator”, is facing an unprecedented challenge to his power after rigging an election. What if Putin’s protégé falls under civilian pressure?
How Would a Biden Presidency Look for Venezuela?
With Joe Biden leading in the polls and a black woman as his candidate for vice president, what could Venezuelans in and out of the country expect if he defeats Trump in November?
The Not-So-New Alliance of the Venezuelan Opposition
Once again, the adversaries of chavismo face a crossroads: do they take part in the announced illegal parliamentary elections, a trap, or do they just stay aside and wait for a miracle? But things aren’t exactly as they seem
The Caracas Chronicles Glossary
For years, people have asked us for a glossary of terms to understand our posts because of the use and abuse of Venezuelanisms. Here’s a tool to help you chart a course in the confusing waters of Venezuelan politics
The Risk of a Military Incident Between Venezuela and the U.S.
Venezuelan waters have been a recent stage for incidents between American and Bolivarian military forces. Could this all escalate into actual, frontal war?
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