America really might restore democracy to Venezuela

America really might restore democracy to Venezuela

The Economist examines the Trump administration's intervention in Venezuela, from the capture of Nicolás Maduro to the appointment of Delcy Rodríguez as interim president. While Trump's focus on oil raised doubts about democratic intentions, Secretary of State Marco Rubio's efforts suggest a genuine path to democracy may be possible, though the president's unpredictability remains a threat.

Many worried that without a strong American commitment to a democratic transition, the old, brutal kleptocracy would carry on.

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