Venezuela vote puts ‘Chavismo’ to critical test

By: Associated Press - Texarkana Gazette

Associated Press Under pouring rain, Venezuela’s President Hugo Chavez gestures as he delivers a speech Thursday during his closing campaign rally in Caracas, Venezuela. Chavez is running for re-election against opposition candidate Henrique Capriles in presidential elections on Oct . 7.

CARACAS, Venezuela—For 14 years, Hugo Chavez has charmed them, inspired them and made them believe he is nothing short of their savior.

“Chavistas” are the lifeblood of the Venezuelan leader’s leftist movement, and as he runs for re-election on Sunday, the ques...

Published: 10/05/2012