Is One Third of Venezuela’s Population About to Flee?

For years, Venezuelans have been living through one of the most
severe economic collapses in modern history — one that has caused
millions to flee the country. But this weekend, an election is
offering many a real hope for change.


Julie Turkewitz, the Andes bureau chief for The Times, explains
why, after years under a repressive government, Venezuelans think
this time might be different.


Guest: Julie Turkewitz, the Andes bureau chief for The New York
Times.


Background reading: 


The “Iron Lady” of Venezuela threatens to unseat its
autocrat.

As many as one-third of Venezuelans would consider migrating
if the country’s authoritarian leader is given another six years
in power, one poll showed.



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