Crs Report for Congress - Venezuela: Issues for Congress (Paperback)

Under the rule of populist President Hugo Chavez, first elected in 1998 and reelected to a six-year term in December 2006, Venezuela has undergone enormous political changes, with a new constitution and unicameral legislature, and even a new name for the country, the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela. Human rights organizations have expressed concerns about the deterioration of democratic institutions and threats to freedom of expression under the Chavez government. Venezuela is scheduled to hold its next presidential election on October 7, 2012, with President Chavez running against Henrique Capriles Radonski, the unified opposition candidate. While Chavez's continued popularity and use of state resources bode well for his reelection, high rates of crime, inflation, and other economic problems could erode his support. Until recently, a wildcard in the election was the health status of President Chavez, but at this juncture Chavez appears to have bounced back from two bouts of an undisclosed form of cancer. Looking ahead, however, Chavez's health status raises questions about Venezuela's political future.

General

Imprint:	Bibliogov
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2013
First published:	September 2013
Authors:	Mark P. Sullivan
Dimensions:	246 x 189 x 3mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback - Trade
Pages:	64
ISBN-13:	978-1-287-42588-5
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > General Promotions
LSN:	1-287-42588-7
Barcode:	9781287425885

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