World Apr 12 In Venezuela, Will ‘Chavismo’ Last Without Hugo Chavez? The late Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez was the force behind "Chavismo," a left-wing political ideology that favors nationalization and social welfare programs over free market development. But will that ideology survive in its most robust form without the charismatic leader?… By Larisa Epatko
World Mar 05 Venezuela’s Brassy President Hugo Chavez Dies Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, who grew up in a working class family, led a failed coup, and became an internationally controversial head of state while maintaining the support of marginalized groups, died Tuesday at the age of 58. By Larisa Epatko
World Mar 05 Hugo Chavez: Political Highlights We take a look back at the political career of Hugo Chavez, president of Venezuela since 1999 until his death in 2013. By Online DA
World Mar 05 Watch News Wrap: U.S. and China Push for New Sanctions on North Korea In other news Tuesday, the U.S. and China pushed the UN for new sanctions on North Korea against the country's nuclear program. Also, the Senate Intelligence Committee approved John Brennan for CIA director, moving his nomination on to the full…
Oct 05 Watch Diana Negroponte on Venezuela’s Election On Sunday, Venezuelans will vote for their next president. Continue watching
Oct 05 Has Hugo Chavez Lost His Mojo? By Larisa Epatko Venezuela's charismatic and outspoken leader Hugo Chavez faces his toughest challenge yet for the presidency from newcomer Henrique Capriles. Continue reading
Jun 24 Chavez’s Absence Ignites Rumors in Venezuela About His Health By Larisa Epatko Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, who normally makes daily television appearances and tweets all day long, has been noticeably quiet as he receives medical treatment in Cuba, fueling speculation about his true condition. Continue reading
Jun 29 Watch Other News: President of Honduras Ousted in Coup In other news, the president of Honduras, Manuel Zelaya, was ousted in the first coup in Central America since the end of the Cold War, and Iran's top electoral oversight committee reaffirmed the disputed results of the nation's disputed presidential… Continue watching
Sep 12 Unrest in Bolivia Leads to Ousting of U.S. Diplomats By PBS News Hour Violent clashes between government supporters and opposition protesters in Bolivia have left at least eight dead and tipped off a diplomatic dispute culminating in U.S. diplomats being expelled from both Bolivia and Venezuela. Continue reading