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Christmas in October

Today, Explained

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Christmas in October: A Political Distraction

This chapter explores the early celebration of Christmas in Venezuela, instigated by the government amidst political unrest. It highlights the stark contrast between festive decorations and citizens' frustrations over disputed election results, where the opposition claims significant victory despite the official narrative. Through personal accounts and methods of vote verification, the chapter underscores the manipulation of traditions as a means of distraction from deeper societal issues.

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