Venezuelans head to the polls as opposition calls for boycotts and the government tightens grip
CARACAS, Venezuela — As Venezuelans head to a Sunday election, they are again being used as political pawns. Opposition factions are urging abstention while the ruling party aims to tighten its grip on power — all while both sides appeal to the U.S. government for decisions that would have a greater impact on people's lives than the vote's results.
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