The Lawfare Podcast
Lawfare Daily: How Internet Infrastructure Affects Digital Repression in Venezuela
Aug 26, 2024
In this insightful discussion, Eugenia Lostri, a Lawfare Fellow specializing in Technology Policy, and Esteban Carisimo, a Postdoctoral Researcher at Northwestern University, delve into Venezuela's troubling digital landscape post-elections. They analyze how internet censorship fuels protests and stifles dissent, contrasting Venezuela's infrastructure with other Latin American nations. The duo also addresses the urgent need for investment to improve connectivity while emphasizing the essential role of resilient networks in defending democratic values and human rights.
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- The Venezuelan government's internet censorship, particularly during protests, highlights its strategy to suppress dissent and manage public sentiment.
- Improving Venezuela's internet infrastructure requires overcoming political obstacles and obtaining international support to enhance connectivity and service quality.
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Political Context and Electoral Disillusionment
The recent presidential election in Venezuela, claimed to be won by President Nicolas Maduro, has been met with skepticism both domestically and internationally. The opposition, unified under Maria Corina Machado, had high hopes for success, especially given prior polls indicating a potential win. However, the National Electoral Council's declaration of Maduro's near ten-point victory, without substantiating evidence, has led to widespread protests. This situation underscores the ongoing disillusionment and unrest in the country as citizens grapple with a perceived lack of democracy and transparency in the political process.
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