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DSA's Praise for Venezuela Sparks Outrage Amid Crisis

1/11/2026

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The Democratic Socialists of America praised Venezuela as a socialist utopia during a video call.
They did not address the regime's issues, including an exodus of 8 million people and arrests.
Critics, including Venezuelan filmmaker Diego Vicentini, condemned the portrayal as out of touch.
Nicolás Maduro, recently captured by U.S. forces, faces drug trafficking charges.
Many Venezuelans reportedly support his removal, underscoring the disconnect with DSA narratives.

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The Democratic Socialists of America praised Venezuela as a socialist utopia during a video call.
They did not address the regime's issues, including an exodus of 8 million people and arrests.
Critics, including Venezuelan filmmaker Diego Vicentini, condemned the portrayal as out of touch.
Nicolás Maduro, recently captured by U.S. forces, faces drug trafficking charges.
Many Venezuelans reportedly support his removal, underscoring the disconnect with DSA narratives.