The Influence Of Hugo Chavez On Venezuela

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The way that Hugo Chavez and his party changed Venezuela was by using a domestic policy that was more radical with a main focus of Social Programmes. Those were centered on missions dedicated to improving access to health.Some challenges they face today are economy,housing,infrastructure,corruption and freedom of the press.Religion: Roman Catholic
Closely aligned with Fidel Castro of Cuba
1975-Joined the Venezuelan army
1990- Lieutenant Colonel in the Venezuelan Army
February 4th,1992 till March 26th,1994 is imprisoned for a coup attempt against President Carlos Andres

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