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Ceçi N’est Pas Un Coup?
The crisis in Venezuela raises one of the most basic questions of Western political philosophy... Is it ok to break…
Here There Be Pirates: The Rise of Illicit Economies in…
The rise of pirates off of the coast of Venezuela is evidence of the state's economic breakdown. As Venezuelans try…
Can a Cryptocurrency Save Venezuela’s Economy?
In January 2018, Venezuela’s government, led by Nicolàs Maduro, launched a new official currency, the Petro. The…
Who Is Henri Falcón? A Look At Venezuela’s New…
If you were to Google almost anything involving the country of Venezuela as of March, I almost guarantee an article…
Women in War: The Rise of Gendered Violence in Venezuela
Machismo. Noun. A strong sense of masculine pride: an exaggerated masculinity.
This term has been tied to Spanish…
A Helicopter and a Dream: The Impact of Óscar Pérez on…
“I fight for the freedom of the country, for a better tomorrow,” stated Óscar Alberto Pérez, Venezuelan…
How Hunger Breeds Hatred: Venezuela’s Shortage…
"They're hunting! The people are hungry" is the cry heard from a jarring video posted by Venezuelan congressman…
Russia’s Newest Satellite State May Be Farther…
In the post-World War II era, Europe was divided by what Winston Churchill proclaimed as an “iron curtain,” a…
Schoolyard Bullying: The Erosion of Venezuelan Academia
For the past decade, Venezuela has been in a continuous downward spiral, with intense supply shortages, political…
Calling it Like it is: Venezuela’s Dictatorship
The world is finally paying attention to the long-term Venezuelan Crisis. For close to a decade, Venezuela has been…