Here’s a breakdown of who the article suggests could/should lead Venezuela, based on the provided text:
* Edmundo González: He won the July 2024 presidential election with nearly 70% of the vote (according to opposition tallies), but nicolás Maduro claimed victory despite lacking proof. He was a surrogate for María Corina Machado.Many Venezuelans hoped he would lead if outside military support were to intervene.
* María Corina Machado: A Nobel Peace Prize laureate, she was barred from running in the 2024 election but is a key figure in the opposition. González ran as a stand-in for her.
* Delcy Rodríguez: While the article doesn’t suggest she should lead, it notes her position as a powerful figure within the existing government. The U.S. may see her as a potential partner to maintain stability after Maduro’s removal, as she has connections to the military and intelligence agencies. the article implies this would be a continuation of the existing power structure under a different “CEO.”
* Nicolás Maduro: Currently in detention, he is no longer considered a viable leader by the opposition or many within the country.
The overall sense is that the “rightful” leader, in the eyes of many Venezuelans and international observers, is Edmundo González (representing maría Corina Machado), but Maduro’s refusal to concede power and the current political climate complicate the situation. The article also suggests the U.S. might be willing to work with someone like Delcy rodríguez to ensure stability, even if it means maintaining the existing system with a new face.
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