Venezuelan Media Tries to Take Advantage of Limited Relief
Despite reluctance and mixed signals from within chavismo, the Rodríguez government has eased some pressure on journalists
The Rodríguez regime says it will restore access to media outlets critical of the regime. Censorship monitor VE Sin Filtro says 10 websites are back online (no need for VPN to use them).
Despite reluctance and mixed signals from within chavismo, the Rodríguez government has eased some pressure on journalists
Maduro has been after the press for years, but after the July 28 elections, efforts to silence the press reached unprecedented levels
Even after the PR fiasco of Univision’s Jorge Ramos detention, the official pressure against the remains of free press continues both in Caracas and the countryside. Blocking Internet, closing radio stations and harassing correspondents is the new normal.
The country lacks a national leadership coordinating civilian efforts. Her return wouldn’t come without risks and official animosity, however
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