

Manolo De Los Santos
Executive director of The People's Forum in New York and an organizer/activist focused on international solidarity, anti-imperialism, and progressive movement-building.
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Aug 8, 2024 • 1h 1min
Imperialism’s Non-Stop War Against Venezuela
Manolo De Los Santos, the executive director of The People's Forum in New York, delves into the U.S. imperial strategies aimed at destabilizing Venezuela, home to the largest oil reserves in the world. He discusses the resilience of the Venezuelan working class amidst a backdrop of propaganda and misinformation. The conversation also explores Venezuela's national sovereignty, the impact of U.S. interventions in Latin America, and the commitment of its people to defend their revolutionary achievements against external pressures.

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Sep 9, 2025 • 12min
U.S. Warships and Fighter Jets Threaten Venezuela as Millions Join in Military Drills To Defend the Country [Preview]
Manolo De Los Santos, Executive Director of The People’s Forum, talks about the rapidly escalating tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela. He highlights how millions of Venezuelans are rallying together in military drills to defend against perceived threats from U.S. warships. The conversation dissects the Trump Administration's rhetoric around narcotics trafficking, presenting it as a pretext for aggression aimed at controlling Venezuela's vast oil reserves. De Los Santos sheds light on how criticisms of the Maduro government are uniting citizens in the face of U.S. imperialism.

Oct 31, 2025 • 11min
The World Stands With Cuba, Trump Prepares For War On Venezuela [Preview]
Manolo De Los Santos, executive director of The People's Forum, dives into the significant U.N. resolution to end the U.S. embargo on Cuba, showcasing global opposition despite U.S. resistance. He discusses how some nations shifted their votes under U.S. pressure and economic incentives. The conversation also highlights the impact of solidarity movements in New York City, revealing a growing dissent against the blockade. Furthermore, De Los Santos touches on the alarming potential for military action in Venezuela as tensions mount.

Jan 16, 2026 • 32min
Trump Says Cuba Is Next After Venezuela Attack. Population Armed to Defend Country
Manolo de los Santos, executive director of The People's Forum, dives into the U.S. military aggression in Venezuela and the potential threat to Cuba. He highlights Cuba's unwavering solidarity with Venezuela amid global protests and the historical ties between the two nations through ALBA. The discussion touches on Cuba's readiness to defend against U.S. interventions, civil defense training, and its inspiring role in internationalism. Manolo also calls for a revival of anti-imperialist organizing in the U.S. to counter war policies.

Jan 8, 2026 • 52min
‘Venezuela’s Revolution Still Stands,’ Even With Gun to Its Head
Manolo de los Santos, Executive Director of The People's Forum and an activist commentator, discusses the resilience of Venezuela amidst ongoing U.S. interventions. He highlights the mass mobilization following recent attacks and the country's 25 years of resistance against imperialism. The conversation delves into the complexities of hybrid warfare tactics used against Venezuela and Cuba's role in supporting the revolution. Manolo emphasizes the importance of maintaining popular power and calls for a stronger anti-war movement in the U.S. to oppose the blockade.


