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In reply to the discussion: Greg Palast: I met Chavez and Maduro. I know drugs are not the reason Trump wants war with Venezuela [View all]JoseBalow
(8,853 posts)34. Google is in drumpf's pocket. DuckDuckGo says this...
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Project 2025 emphasizes the need for the next U.S. administration to take significant steps against Venezuela's government, which it describes as "Communist abusers," while also aiming to support the Venezuelan people. The initiative suggests a focus on reshaping U.S. foreign policy towards Venezuela, potentially including measures to pressure the current regime. fullertonobserver.com whatisproject2025.net
Overview of Project 2025's Stance on Venezuela
Project 2025, initiated by the Heritage Foundation, outlines a strategy for U.S. foreign policy regarding Venezuela. It emphasizes a strong stance against the current Venezuelan government, led by Nicolás Maduro, which it characterizes as authoritarian and abusive.
Key Points on Venezuela
Policy Recommendations
Regime Change: The project advocates for actions that would put pressure on the Maduro regime, suggesting that the U.S. should take significant steps to address the situation in Venezuela.
Support for the Venezuelan People: It calls for measures to assist the Venezuelan population suffering under the current government, although specific strategies are not detailed.
Comparison to Authoritarianism
Centralization of Power: Project 2025's approach has drawn parallels to tactics used by Hugo Chávez and Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, such as centralizing power and undermining democratic institutions. Critics argue that the project reflects a similar trend of consolidating executive authority in the U.S.
Broader Implications
Democratic Backsliding: Experts warn that the strategies proposed in Project 2025 could lead to a decrease in democratic engagement in the U.S., mirroring the erosion of democracy seen in Venezuela.
In summary, Project 2025 presents a critical view of the Venezuelan government and suggests a need for U.S. intervention while raising concerns about the implications of its own strategies for democracy at home.
Overview of Project 2025's Stance on Venezuela
Project 2025, initiated by the Heritage Foundation, outlines a strategy for U.S. foreign policy regarding Venezuela. It emphasizes a strong stance against the current Venezuelan government, led by Nicolás Maduro, which it characterizes as authoritarian and abusive.
Key Points on Venezuela
Policy Recommendations
Regime Change: The project advocates for actions that would put pressure on the Maduro regime, suggesting that the U.S. should take significant steps to address the situation in Venezuela.
Support for the Venezuelan People: It calls for measures to assist the Venezuelan population suffering under the current government, although specific strategies are not detailed.
Comparison to Authoritarianism
Centralization of Power: Project 2025's approach has drawn parallels to tactics used by Hugo Chávez and Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela, such as centralizing power and undermining democratic institutions. Critics argue that the project reflects a similar trend of consolidating executive authority in the U.S.
Broader Implications
Democratic Backsliding: Experts warn that the strategies proposed in Project 2025 could lead to a decrease in democratic engagement in the U.S., mirroring the erosion of democracy seen in Venezuela.
In summary, Project 2025 presents a critical view of the Venezuelan government and suggests a need for U.S. intervention while raising concerns about the implications of its own strategies for democracy at home.
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Greg Palast: I met Chavez and Maduro. I know drugs are not the reason Trump wants war with Venezuela [View all]
cbabe
Saturday
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alternative: I doubt Russia and SAE and Qatar would like us taking over Venezuela's oil...UNLESS
wiggs
Saturday
#10
We all know how it ends up for the warlords who "agree" to divvie up the resources.
erronis
Saturday
#15
He's goading them into fighting back and use it as an excuse to start a war there
kimbutgar
Saturday
#3
I read that the Venezuelan oil is "so called" dirty oil and is difficult to refine and turns out a sub-standard product.
wcmagumba
Saturday
#5
In 1953 the CIA overthrew the democratically elected government of Iran for their oil.
Lonestarblue
Saturday
#12
I agree, U.S. and EU oil corporations want control of Venezuela's oil and other resources as well. nt
ShazamIam
Saturday
#16
Trump needs no excuse to invade Venezuela. He will just do it because he can.
flashman13
Saturday
#31
Yep and if things keep going the way they are, Canada may well have to impose tariffs on the
Bev54
Saturday
#38
When you are going to start a World War you must first secure the energy reserves you need to keep...
Ol Janx Spirit
Sunday
#58