Venezuelan Elections and U.S. Parallels

This chapter examines the electoral victory of Venezuelan leader Maduro amid claims of irregularities and civil unrest, highlighting concerns over the implications for democracy in both Venezuela and the United States. It discusses the bureaucratic challenges within Venezuela's economy, including the complex process of purchasing goods, and draws connections to potential unrest in American political dynamics following future elections. The chapter further explores shifting political affiliations among young voters and the societal impacts of these demographic trends, emphasizing the contrast between conservative and liberal attitudes towards family structure and societal expectations.