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HUGO CHAVEZ

A brief history of the Venezuelan revolution and why Americans everywhere should support it and Hugo Chavez.

"Yesterday, ladies and gentlemen, from this rostrum, the president of the United States, the gentleman to whom I refer as the devil, came here, talking as if he owned the world. Truly. As the owner of the world." -Chavez

A casual interview with the President of Venezuela.

Hugo Chavez, the President of Venezuela, is taking on more and more the characteristics of a bombastic, dangerous, and stereotypical Latin American dictator. He has made no secret of his desire to be the new Fidel Castro.

Hugo Chavez. The President of Venezuela has turned out to be quiet a foe of the United States. He has managed to be friends with Iran and Cuba, and form a "We hate US" alliance.

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez called President Bush the Devil....hmmm?

At the United Nations General Assembly last month, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez had harsh words for United States President George W. Bush. In the aftermath, the U.S. mainstream regarded the entire event as a joke.

The Heritage Foundation has published a new web memo analyzing the recent elections in Venezuela.

Hugo Chavez is taking further steps to prepare Venezuela for war against the United States.

The rejection of Chavez's proposal to turn Venezuela into a socialist state is a signal to all of Latin America that the leftist leader does not in fact embody the aspirations of his people.

An analysis of the recent "shutdown" of the RCTV broadcaster in Venezuela, and the controversy that followed.

On a national stage, the president of Venezuela reinterates his hatred for the leader of the free world. Holding nothing back, he took every minute of his speech to deface America's leader.

This is a poem about the rise of President Hugo Chavez, the leader of Venezuela.

President Hugo Chavez of Venezuela announced in a speech that his country is blocking trade with Colombia. This action follows a border incursion by Colombian troops to attack FARC rebels hiding in the forest of Ecuador

In Venezuela, President Chavez has declared restrictions on sales of alcohol be prohibited during Holy Week. In Iran, President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad declares all U.K. sailors will be released before Easter. In Rome, Pope Benedict chides rich countries for plundering.

Pat Robertson, right wing Christian broadcaster, publicly insisting to million of viewers that the U.S government should assassinate left wing Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez demonstrates the power of Christian extremism in America.

Venezuela has been in the news lately due to President Chavez's remarks about President Bush. The Venezuelan indigenous population is unique and remote, yet surrounded by controversy.

Fidel Castro has been in power in Cuba for a near half century, outlasting nine American presidents. As he nears 80 years old this month, the future of Cuba remains a question.

Given the number of looney claims by the Cuban government, this could be closer to the truth than we might imagine.

A nation can only remain a nation if it has clearly defined borders that are enforced. Without that, it could cease to be a nation.

The following conversation between activist Sherry Wolf of the International Socialist Organization (ISO) and journalist Greg M. Schwartz took place in the Kent State Student Center on the afternoon of March 10, 2005

By combining domestic must-reads like the New York Times and the best international newspapers online from South America, you can stay informed and ensure that you receive a (somewhat) more balanced view of news from the "other" continent.

For the latter half of the 20th century, the United States and Cuba have had tense relations and varying viewpoints, despite the their geographic proximity. It is now time for the United Stetes to set foreign piolicy for the next half century.

Chavez needs backup when things get messy.

Hugo Chavez and the Doctrine of Bolivarianism

The Real Hugo Chavez

At Midnight, President Hugo Chavez took control of privately run oil fields in order to gain control over the four Orinoco Belt crude projects. These oil fields were held by American companies such as Chevron, Exxon mobile, BP PLc and ConocoPhillips

It was Venezuela's oldest private television station and, despite being enjoyed by many, President Hugo Chavez opted not to renew their license.

The station silenced by Chavez, has found a way to continue its daily broadcasts -- on YouTube.

A rising figure of intrigue and political influence, Hugo Chavez has taken a new role in the international community by challenging the power of the west, more specifically the US and its allies throughout the world.

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Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez recently announced he would nationalize power utilities and the country's biggest telecommunications firm CANTV VNT. After the announcement the share prices of CANTV tanked from trading around $20/share to $12/share. Ouch !!!

If China and Russia want to take definitive action to ensure American power is decreased, all they have to do is stoke the flames of conflict in Kosovo and Colombia.

Chavez established credibility using solid statistics to back up his proposal, criticizing U.S policies and siding with mainstream world opinion, and displaying his accomplishments in his own country.

The first shots in the coming war for oil have been fired.

What will it say if the United States turns its back now on this strong friend of America, who has done all the right things to try to bring his country to stability, democracy, and prosperity?

Venezuela and Russia have been in partnership for military arms sales for some time now, with previous agreements for the acquisition of jet fighter planes, small arms weapons, and military helicopters.

Could this be the start of a major conflict between the U.S., Venezuela, Cuba, and Russia?

Iran is in need of gasoline.

According to Associated Press news reports, Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez threatened on Monday to stop all oil shipments to the United States in response to Exxon Mobile's winning of court orders to freeze $12 billion dollars of its foreign assets.

International film star and entertainer, Maria Conchita Alonso announces her intention to produce a film criticizing Venezuela's popularly elected president Hugo Chavez - and his democratic socialist reforms.

Mayans in Guatemala plan to "cleanse bad spirits" in respect for their ancestors after Bush's visit, guided by sprits. Other countries on Bush's agenda have dramatic protests in store as well.

A look back at some of the biggest news stories of the past year.

While the passing of Fidel Castro no longer seems imminent, his ability to direct Cuba seems over. What will this mean for this island nation and its neighbors.

The President believes that the lack of freedom in the Middle East is the root cause of terrorism; he is waging his own ideological war to bring freedom in by force of arms, if necessary. But the evidence is against this view.

How a Hollywood actor's connection to a perceived dictator could kill Edward's chance of becoming President.

It took a few years, but the problems Chavez is facing will be what Obama will face here in America. Obama is Chavez in the making

Each year, Time Magazine selects its "Person of the Year." While the most recent years have included mostly cop-outs and uninspired selections, this year's selection should be much more provocative.

Venezuela is right now under a so called "process of change towards socialism". This new party will feel the void that Chavez has in the political arena

Clara Rojas, a lawyer and political aide and Consuelo Gonzalez de Perdomo, a former Columbian lawmaker, were released in a deal mediated by Venezuelan President, Hugo Chavez.

Current coverage of Oliver Stone in Colombia by invitation of President Hugo Chavez, who will be heading a mission to retrieve three hostages. Hundreds will be left behind.

The principle expressed in Hebrew wisdom literature (Bible) says that sowing the wind will bring an increase into a whirlwind, in other words, it gets worse if you start it out bad.

Liberals know what they want to do and they know where they want to take the rest of us. They just don't have any idea how what they want to do gets us there. This reminds me of one of the episodes of South Park where the boys discover the Underpants Gnomes.

Danny Glover, who has been nominated four times for an Emmy Award for acting and once for directing, is a formidable presence both on and off the screen.

"Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!" This cry is repeated over and over in the New Testament. Why did people exclaim these words whenever Jesus passed by?

If you are interested on how we do things in the shadows, "Terrorism Made in USA" is worth watching.

From calling the war on terror nothing more than a bumper sticker to campaigning with controversial actor Danny Glover, Democratic presidential candidate John Edwards has raised the ire and eyebrows of many politicos lately.

One of the nuttier ideas to come out of the Democratic YouTube Debate was the notion, embraced by Barack7 Obama, that we should always talk with our worse enemies. Wisely Hillary Clinton demurred.

The paper explores how America shaped and influenced the governments of South America during the Cold War Era using economic policy, the C.I.A, and political pressures.

Since 1959, Castro has been ruling Cuba with an iron hand. He has become the longest serving political leader in the world. With his health now in question, and leadership delegated to his younger brother Raul Castro, uncertainty looms large over Cuba's future.

Phone pranks have been played on famous people including Queen Elizabeth II, Fidel Castro, and Tony Blair

Opinion piece on Democratic debate. Clinton flip-flops on meeting with foreign leaders. Obama willing to meet, repudiates status quo.

When is our country going to realize it doesn't run the world? When we are the Pariah of nations? Somehow, someway, this "value pushing" has got to stop. We should mind our own business.

A compilation of the most dangerous countries on our planet, classified by most murders in reference to population. A wake up call to those who think "New York City" is dangerous and a demonstration of what really goes on everywhere in the world while we sleep.

Greg Palast goes behind today's headlines and brings you the truth about oil prices, the war in Iraq, voter fraud and a host of other things you thought you knew about.

There are a lot of liberals out there vying for the Presidency in 2008. Some have that little "D" for Democrat next to their name while others have an "R" for Republican. And we haven't even gotten into discussing other parties infested with liberals.

In an act of bravery exceeding the actions of many in Congress, a bird dropped a doodie on the Commander in Chief. Cheney has been alerted to report to the White House with shotgun.

Many Americans can not even understand why they can't go.

I have a question for all you liberals out there; if you see yourselves as the guardians of liberty and civil rights, why is it every time I turn of the television you're supporting some other third world dictator?

Nicaragua and the DPRK are forging close ties, as evidenced by a meeting between Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega and a high-ranking North Korean official. This article provides some background on the regional and global ideological and political dynamics involved.

A newly released Gallup Poll indicates that Venezuelans prefer socialism to capitalism when it comes to affecting their everyday activities, and the country's government and economy.

"This will remove trade barriers that are particularly onerous to small firms and increase export opportunities for America's entrepreneurs."

Many people have been speaking out against the North American Union. The North American Union is to be a consolidation of the countries of the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Who had the most influence on the world in 2007? Find out here.

You can't believe everything you read on the internet...

"Nothing is certain but death and taxes," said Ben Franklin. Taxes, tariffs, fees, it seems someone always has their hand in our wallets. But are taxes really needed? Can we eliminate them altogether? Our national debt has reached another record - can you pay your share?

Another brilliant idea by President Bush. Let's attack Iran.

Last year ExxonMobil (XOM) produced about 4.2 million barrels of oil/day. Is that enough ? Probably not.

The Heritage Foundation has published a new web memo on Nicaraguan President Ortega's balancing act between the United States and nations hostile to U.S. interests.

What if 9/11 had never happened? To explore this question, we first have to examine how 9/11 would not happen. To eliminate the plot altogether would require a point of departure far in the past of September 11, 2001.

Last week was quite the spectacle in the greatest city in the world (New York, sorry Boise). And I'm not talking about the drama that went down during the "Fashion Week" festivities. I'm talking about the Parade of Villains at the United Nations.

Don't ring in the new year without reflecting and looking back at some of the funniest memories of 2006!

Five minutes were spent watching CNN and the most prominent headlines were written down. After the five minutes were up, the list was analyzed and a reaction to all of the headlines were reporter, dissected and as a whole.

Pat Robertson's comments signal a shift in middle-American Conservative ideology regarding the war in Iraq

A look at international reactions to the 2006 midterm elections and why such reactions are important.

7-Eleven announces they will no longer offer the Venezeulan gasoline owned by Citgo for sale at their convenience stores.

These are some suggestions for Donald Rumsfeld as he leaves the Pentagon at the end of next month.

The United Nations has failed to live up to the expectations of FDR or anyone seeking peace. It has been a successful venture for the evil and greedy leaders of the world. It's time to begin anew, hopefully for the better this time.

May Day has past us yet again. What is May Day? International Worker's Day. A day that every good socialist loves to celebrate not with a May pole, but with a megaphone. Were we were celebrating the spring flowers or the guy who planted them?

In the film Malcolm X, Malcolm disperses an angry mob with a single gesture. A police captain comments: "That's too much power for one man to have." That same thought could be applied to Dr. James Dobson, the undisputed head of the Religious Right in America today.

"I don't think America gets enough credit for trying to help improve people's lives" Mr. Bush said.

Outspoken, Iraqi war protestor Cindy Sheehan has called it quits.

The Mayan leaders in Guatemala are afraid that Bush will bring evil spirits with him during his visit this Sunday.