Venezuela Analysis
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 18:38:00 -0400Mészáros and Chávez: The Philosopher and the Llanero
Both argued for a communal system that would replace the destructive, alienating, and dangerous capital system.
Mon, 13 Jun 2022 15:26:00 -0400Venezuela’s Maduro Inks 20-Year Cooperation Plan with Iran Amidst Foreign Tour
“With our tour of Turkey, Algeria and Iran we have consolidated the deep friendships as brother peoples,” said Maduro.
Thu, 09 Jun 2022 22:31:00 -0400Worker Control in a Capitalist Environment: Voices from Indorca (Part II)
Despite many challenges, Indorca workers are showing that democratic self-management is a real possibility.
Thu, 09 Jun 2022 14:13:00 -0400Regional Leaders Snub Summit of the Americas as Activists Hold ‘People’s Summit’
In the lead up to the meeting, journalists and activists confronted figures such as US Secretary of State Antony Blinken and OAS Secretary-General Luis Almagro.
Tue, 07 Jun 2022 17:45:00 -0400Around the World in 60 Days: Dialogue, Sanctions and Hidden Agendas
VA columnist Sergio Rodríguez breaks down the timid and tenuous openings from the Biden administration towards Venezuela.
Mon, 06 Jun 2022 19:44:00 -0400Eni and Repsol to Receive Oil-for-Debt Licenses, Venezuela Welcomes ‘Small Steps’
President Nicolás Maduro stated that recent concessions to oil companies represent “small but significant steps” towards sanctions relief.
Thu, 02 Jun 2022 14:09:00 -0400A Factory without Bosses: Voices from Indorca (Part I)
Indorca workers are the stuff of legend in Venezuela, but their experience teaches us that democratic self-management is a real possibility.
Thu, 02 Jun 2022 12:45:00 -0400Venezuela: National Assembly Pushes Judicial Reforms
The pro-government majority has set a “judicial revolution” as one of its legislative priorities.
Mon, 30 May 2022 23:11:00 -0400ALBA-TCP Rejects ‘Discriminatory’ Summit of the Americas, Venezuela Welcomes Support
Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro praised the “brave voices” that have risen against US hegemonic interests.
Sun, 29 May 2022 10:42:00 -0400Solidarity: A Conversation with Messilene Gorete
A militant of Brazil’s Landless Workers Movement MST talks about internationalism and the work of their solidarity brigade in Venezuela.
Sat, 28 May 2022 11:26:00 -0400Venezuela: Maduro Orders Asset Transfers as Grassroots Groups Look to Boost Production
Communard Robert Longa defended an industrialization process that counters capitalist logic.
Fri, 27 May 2022 09:09:00 -0400[UPDATED] US Renews Chevron's Venezuela License with Limited Permissions
Iranian state firms are reportedly negotiating contracts to revamp Venezuelan refineries amidst US sanctions relief talks.
Tue, 24 May 2022 14:00:00 -0400Tales of Resistance: I Respect Your Opinion But Hope You Die
VA columnist Jessica Dos Santos argues that, despite a tilted playing field, Chavista media should do better in the battle of ideas.
Mon, 23 May 2022 14:51:00 -0400Venezuela Launches Tech Platform To Quickly Improve Public Services
The Maduro government has recently been focused on resolving quality-of-life issues for Venezuelan workers and families.
Fri, 20 May 2022 08:45:00 -0400Politics of the Commons: Returning to Chávez
VA columnist Reinaldo Iturriza explains why he thinks the Bolivarian Process needs to "return" to Chávez.
Wed, 18 May 2022 17:28:00 -0400Venezuela to Engage with Oil Companies as Washington Eases Restrictions
Venezuela's government and opposition confirmed preparations to restart talks in Mexico with US sanctions relief on the horizon.
Mon, 16 May 2022 15:40:00 -0400US Plotted ‘Terrifying’ Venezuela Invasion with Opposition’s Blessing
“Esper’s revelations merely confirm that we’re dealing with a government—regardless of who is in office—that will go to extreme lengths to achieve its policy priorities,” said CODEPINK’s Leonardo Flores.
Sun, 15 May 2022 11:32:00 -0400Venezuela Imports Iranian Crude as Exports Recede
The Maduro government is also looking to secure investment by selling shares in joint oil projects to private investors.
Fri, 13 May 2022 09:47:00 -0400Internal Contradictions: A Conversation with Thaís Rodríguez
A Chavista filmmaker and organizer talks about the struggle to get imprisoned workers released.
Tue, 10 May 2022 15:09:00 -0400Biden Vacillates as Venezuela’s Maduro Gains Ground
Now that Cold War II has set in, Steve Ellner says Caracas’ strategic alliance with Moscow has become a greater priority for Washington.
Mon, 09 May 2022 13:44:00 -0400Summit of the Americas in ‘Danger’ as Caribbean States Threaten Boycott Over Cuba and Venezuela Exclusion
The Venezuelan government’s diplomacy throughout the world has won them allies who are resisting US hegemony.
Fri, 06 May 2022 10:00:00 -0400How the Sanctions Affect Collective Lands: Voices from Cinco Fortalezas Commune (Part II)
A commune led by women in the east of Venezuela finds ways to overcome the impact of the US blockade.
Thu, 05 May 2022 16:16:00 -0400On Venezuela, Only Hawkish ‘Dissent’ Allowed
VA's Ricardo Vaz looks at how the corporate media will only challenge US foreign policy from the right.
Wed, 04 May 2022 15:51:00 -0400Venezuela and Iran Deepen Cooperation to Overcome US Sanctions
Caracas and Tehran have agreed to build more “routes and mechanisms” to counter US sanctions and strengthen their oil industries.
Tue, 03 May 2022 13:33:00 -0400Venezuela, Cuba, and Nicaragua To Be Excluded from Summit of the Americas
The decision puts the US at odds with much of the region and threatens to undermine the Biden administration’s stated goals of the summit.
Mon, 02 May 2022 10:17:00 -0400Venezuela: Maduro Announces Pensioner Bonus as Unions Stage Worker’s Day Marches
The Venezuelan president pledged “fair compensation” for retired workers hit hard by inflation in recent years.
Fri, 29 Apr 2022 10:11:00 -0400Rebellious Sugarcane Growers: Voices from Cinco Fortalezas Commune (Part I)
A commune in the East of Venezuela struggles with the owner-manager of a nearby central while building new social relations.
Thu, 28 Apr 2022 15:02:00 -0400Venezuela: Gov’t Steps Up Relief Efforts as Heavy Rains Hit the Country
Local outlets reported that over 20,000 families were affected by the extreme weather.
Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:09:00 -0400Tales of Resistance: Venezuela Is Fixed?
VA columnist Jessica Dos Santos takes stock of an improving economic context while laying out the challenges that remain.
Mon, 25 Apr 2022 15:59:00 -0400Maduro Warns of Plot by Colombia’s Duque to Kill Venezuelan Security Forces and Sow Unrest at Border
Maduro said Duque was motivated by his desire to hurt Venezuela’s improved economy before the end of his presidential term.