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Where Did the Migrant Crisis Come From?

In the Room with Peter Bergen

CHAPTER

Venezuelan Exodus and Migration Crisis

The chapter explores the reasons behind the mass exodus from Venezuela, tracing it back to economic challenges, political instability, and human rights abuses under leaders like Chavez and Maduro. It delves into the harrowing journey of Venezuelan migrants, exemplified by the personal story of Alco Julio, as they face various obstacles and dangers while seeking asylum in the US amid a complex mix of societal challenges and economic devastation.

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