Venezuela's socialist regime is launching a reality TV show called M Factor where local musicians will compete to have their songs become part of dictator Nicolás Maduro's official soundtrack for the upcoming presidential election. The show will air on state-owned TVes and winners will have their songs featured in Maduro's campaign.
Key Points
Reality TV show called M Factor in Venezuela
Winning musicians' songs will be part of Maduro's presidential campaign
Show hosted by socialist lawmaker Winston Vallenilla
Pros
Opportunity for local musicians to gain exposure
Winners can boost their artistic career by collaborating with regime-affiliated musicians
Cons
Show is part of a propaganda effort by the socialist regime
Restrictions on opposition candidates in the upcoming sham election