Chavez wins Venezuela re-election

by BBC (reposted)

Sun, Dec 3, 2006 9:44PM

President Hugo Chavez of Venezuela has won a third term in office, with a clear victory over his nearest rival.

With most ballots counted in the presidential election, Mr Chavez had secured more than 60% of the vote, officials said.

The left-wing president told a cheering crowd in the capital, Caracas, that the poll had been a triumph for his "Bolivarian revolution".

His main opposition rival, Manuel Rosales, has admitted defeat.

He was credited with less than 40% of the vote.

In his concession speech, Mr Rosales said he would continue "fighting for democracy" in the streets if necessary.

Street party

Minutes after the preliminary results were announced, Mr Chavez appeared at the balcony of the presidential palace in Caracas.

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§Chavez re-elected in Venezuela

by ALJ (reposted)

Sun, Dec 3, 2006 9:47PM

Hugo Chavez has won his bid for another six-year term as president of Venezuela.

The leader told a jubilant crowd on Monday "long live the popular victory" from a balcony on the presidential palace in Caracas.

The 52-year-old who has been president for eight years has pledged to continue his self-styled social revolution.

Opposition candidate Manuel Rosales conceded defeat, saying: "We admit they defeated us today, but we will continue in this fight."

Initial results showed Chavez won 61 per cent of votes while Rosales gained 38 per cent, according to results based on 78 per cent of the polling stations.

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§Rusty Ford

by Vince Gwronski

Tue, Dec 5, 2006 11:06AM

"Why I Love Hugo Chavez" is an excellent article. It offer insight not found in msm stories.

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