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After Chavez: Evangelicals in Venezuela Face a Fork in the Road

Stan Guthrie

With the passage of Chávez, Venezuela faces a fork in the road: the consolidation of arbitrary and authoritarian divisiveness, or a return to a more peaceful, democratic government. Will the expected unrest in Venezuela in coming months open new doors — or close them?

Chavez Death Raises Questions About Venezuela's Future

Kristin Wright

As president of Venezuela for 14 years, Chavez was well known for his socialist policies, consolidation of power, and combative relationship with the United States.

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Venezuelans Grieve for Chavez, Prepare for Election

Religion Today

Tens of thousands supporters of Hugo Chavez paraded his coffin through the streets of Caracas on Wednesday in a flood of emotion that allies hope will help his vice president win an election due in the coming weeks and keep his self-styled revolution alive.

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Venezuela: Chavez's Reelection Sparks Fears of Further-Deteriorating Religious Freedom

Religion Today

In a reelection to another six-year term, Venezuela's Hugo Chavez marked his fourth presidential election victory since 1998. It means more of the same socialist policies -- and fears of continuing violations of religious freedom.

Hugo Chavez's Reelection Solidifies Socialism in Venezuela

Cal Thomas

What a surprise! Venezuela president Hugo Chavez has won another six-year presidential term. After 14 years in office, Chavez will now be able to solidify socialism in a country with the world's largest proven oil reserves.

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