Disputed Venezuelan Presidential Election

SOURCE www.npr.org
Venezuelans protest disputed election, opposition claims victory with evidence of fraud. Pressure on President Nicolas Maduro grows at home and abroad.

Key Points

  • Opposition claims victory with evidence of fraud
  • Pressure growing on President Maduro at home and abroad
  • Council accused of not releasing public voting tally records

Pros

  • Venezuelans exercising their right to protest against alleged election fraud
  • Opposition collecting evidence to support their claim of victory

Cons

  • Tension and fear among the Venezuelan population
  • Electoral council refusing to release voting tally records