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If Venezuela Loses, We All Lose

In Nicaragua, we know what it means to leave the oppressors unpunished and to falsely close dark periods of our history.

Venezuela has begun executing their “Operation Tun Tun,” which allows massive imprisonment, express trials, and numerous disappearances.

We are nearing the deadline for submitting photos for our 13th contest. Take advantage of the remaining month to send in your pictures!

The latest in a series of power outages since Puerto Rico privatized its electrical grid in the wake of 2017’s devastating Hurricane Maria.

Cuban authorities have been helping Venezuela for over 15 years to redesign its armed forces and intelligence services.

“An evil man is capable of burning his own nation to the ground to rule over its ashes.” -Sun Tzu

Following Maduro’s announcement that he’s been reelected president of Venezuela, many youth see their best option as emigration…

Today’s featured artist is US percussionist Ray Barretto with the song “Guaji-Rita” from the album “Taboo” (1994).

Leading up to the presidential elections in Venezuela, many, like me, have predicted that Maduro will not recognize the people’s will.

Today’s featured artists are Milton Nascimento from Brazil and Esperanza Spalding (USA) with an NPR Tiny Desk Concert recorded in July 2024.