Feb 24, 2013 (Weekend Edition Sunday) — Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez returned last week from Cuba, but hasn't been seen since he was immediately whisked to a military hospital. It's unclear what his game plan is -- be sworn in, resign and let his vice president take over? Die in his homeland? The questions is: What is Chavismo without Chavez?
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Could Chavismo Survive In Venezuela Without Hugo Chavez?
by Juan Forero
Feb 24, 2013 (Weekend Edition Sunday) — Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez returned last week from Cuba, but hasn't been seen since he was immediately whisked to a military hospital. It's unclear what his game plan is -- be sworn in, resign and let his vice president take over? Die in his homeland? The questions is: What is Chavismo without Chavez?Missing some content? Check the source: NPR
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