Venezuela’s presidential race kicks off
At stake is late Hugo Chavez’s legacy and the future of his socialist policies that have helped reduce poverty.
Published On 2 Apr 2013
Campaigning is set to begin for Venezuela’s upcoming presidential election, a month after the death of Hugo Chavez.
His chosen successor Nicolas Maduro has vowed to honour the late president’s socialist legacy.
However, he could face a strong challenge from opposition candidate Henrique Capriles.
Al Jazeera’s Adam Raney reports from Caracas.
Source: Al Jazeera