The ability to recall elected officials is central to the Bolivarian process, but who will be the first Chavista to be recalled? (more…)

In December we went to Apure, in the Venezuelan llanos, or flatlands. It was hella nice… (more…)

There has been lots going on here of late: elections, celebrations, unified party, ministry shuffling, a request for enabling laws, and early discussions of constitutional reform…

Overall, it’s going quite well. But not perfect.

Specifically, here’s a sort of balance sheet for the ministerial shuffle: (more…)

Hi blog, sorry I’ve been neglecting you.

I’ll try to be be better about it…