‘On Venezuela: Don’t Burn Bridges’

Without negotiations and elections, what is the alternative? Increased political violence will only lead to additional repression and human rights violations. Venezuela needs to find a way to transform political conflict in order to start rebuilding its institutions. As such, other countries in the Americas and Europe should strengthen the formal negotiation process, look for incentives and creative solutions, and accompany Venezuelans in their push for democracy. For its part, the United States must empower, not undermine, the opposition’s role in the negotiation process. It is up to Venezuelans to decide their fate with the international community’s support. In this crucial moment, negotiations might be the only hope. By Laura Cristina Dib. Full Text -> WOLA

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