Venezuela's Political Uprising: Hope and Uncertainty

This chapter examines a pivotal moment in Venezuela's political scenario, focusing on Juan Guaido's military uprising call amid public protests and military divisions. It reflects on the chaotic events in Caracas, including Leopoldo Lopez's escape and the implications of military loyalty, while considering broader patterns in coup dynamics. The discussion emphasizes the complexity of political change, the risks of military interventions, and the necessity for genuine democratic institutions to ensure stability after potential upheavals.