Election Integrity and Government Repression in Venezuela

Venezuela recently held an election widely criticized for its lack of transparency, leading to the incumbent president, Nicolas Maduro, claiming victory without substantial proof. In response to the perceived threat from opposition supporters, Maduro's administration has cracked down on dissenters, detaining over 1,300 individuals connected to protests. Reports indicate that residents, like a Caracas housewife, have become fearful of government retribution, choosing to remain silent about their political opinions. The regime's use of surveillance drones to monitor neighborhoods has further stifled public demonstrations and instilled a climate of fear among citizens.