PBD Podcast "Free Venezuela" - Maria Corina Machado on Maduro, Election Fraud, and Hezbollah’s Influence | PBD Podcast | Ep. 495
Oct 28, 2024
Maria Corina Machado, an opposition leader and presidential candidate in Venezuela, passionately discusses her battle against the Maduro regime. She highlights alarming political corruption and the alarming influence of Hezbollah in the region. Machado emphasizes the urgent need for international support to restore democracy while detailing the dire conditions faced by citizens under oppressive rule. The conversation also touches on Venezuela's organized crime problems and new strategies for grassroots campaigning using platforms like TikTok, showcasing the vibrant fight for freedom.
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Machado's Primary Win
- Machado's movement revitalized Venezuelan citizens, leading to a primary election with over 3 million voters.
- Despite facing regime suppression, Machado won by a landslide in Chavista strongholds, demonstrating the movement's strength.
Maduro's Alliances
- Maduro's regime, though weakened, maintains alliances with Russia, Hezbollah, and internal criminal groups.
- Machado emphasizes the urgency of action, highlighting Maduro's weakening position and internal conflicts within the regime.
Go Global
- Bet-David advises Machado to leave Venezuela and conduct a global roadshow to raise awareness.
- He suggests emulating Milei and Bukele's media strategies to gain international support for her cause.