Government of Venezuela

The consolidation of a totalitarian regime poses a dilemma to the opposition: continue the electoral strategy or find an elusive new approach.

The multinational organization can take tangible steps in the wake of July’s election.

Nicolás Maduro turns to the Supreme Court to legitimize his fraudulent election count.

The country faces prolonged confrontation over the July 28 election crisis. These factors could indicate change is coming.

Protests, mass detentions and intimidation marked the first week after the presidential vote. Although complex, pathways to a democratic transition still exist.