To some Hugo Chavez is a hero, to others he poses a threat to the cherished democracy they will fight to defend.
From: Activate
Challenging Chavez
In a country divided between those who see Chavez as a hero and those who see him as a dictator one man is speaking out.
19 Sep 2011
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