Some suggestions to shorten the tutelage
Trump's tutelage of Delcy must cease, as Venezuelans see human rights violations continue and the regime entrenches itself.
TL;DR
- The author criticizes Trump's decision to support Delcy Rodríguez, citing ongoing human rights violations and the regime's consolidation of power.
- The Democratic Unity Platform's 'Roadmap to Democratic Transition' proposes free, verifiable, and competitive elections as the legitimate path to political change.
- Key demands include new electoral authorities, technical guarantees, international observation, restoration of political rights, release of political prisoners, and return of exiles.
- A proposal from 24 civil society organizations highlights that over 70% of the population would choose María Corina Machado as president, with Delcy Rodríguez having only 2.7% support.
- The article emphasizes the need for long-term commitment to basic guidelines by political parties, spanning multiple presidential terms, to ensure stability and attract investment.
- Internal 'friendly fire' and the disqualification of opposition figures are identified as negative signals that harm the democratic cause.