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Venezuela: Opposition Leader Says He was "Forced" to Admit Election Defeat

Venezuela: Opposition Leader Says He was "Forced" to Admit Election Defeat

Above: A rally in front of the Spanish Parliament on September 10, 2024, carried Edmundo Gonzalez photos with the caption "Forced exile is political persecution". Edmundo Gonzalez sought asylum in Spain on September 8. Image copyright: Marcos del Mazo/Contributor/LightRocket via Getty Images

The Spin

Nicolás Maduro is clinging on to power in Venezuela despite widespread skepticism over the results. Evident help from a government-controlled electoral council amid allegations of voter suppression and irregularities, such as closing borders and blocking vote tallies, have rightly fueled international criticism. Many countries, including the US and EU, have rejected the results, and Venezuela should respond to international pressure for a transparent vote count.

International election observers have found Venezuela’s recent election transparent and credible. Despite winning by a slim margin, a careful review confirmed Nicolás Maduro's victory. The refusal to recognize this result undermines Venezuelan democracy and stability, fueling unrest. Acknowledging this legitimate outcome would show respect for the will of the Venezuelan people.

Metaculus Prediction

There is a 51% chance of a civil war in Venezuela before 2050, according to the Metaculus prediction community.


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