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Nobel Peace Prize Winner María Corina Machado on Fighting for Democracy in Venezuela

CBS NewsNovember 5, 20252 min122,872 views
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Nobel Peace Prize Recognition

  • 🕊️ María Corina Machado, a Venezuelan opposition leader, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for her sustained efforts to keep the flame of democracy burning.
  • 🌍 The prize is seen as a significant recognition of the Venezuelan people's struggle and their epic fight for freedom.

Machado's Fight for Fair Elections

  • ⏳ For over two decades, Machado has challenged authoritarian leaders, including Hugo Chavez and Nicolas Maduro, advocating for fair elections.
  • ⛓️ Her defiance has led to threats of arrest and forced her into hiding for the last year.
  • 🛡️ Machado believes the Nobel Prize offers significant protection and amplifies the global awareness of her movement's importance.

International Support and Future Outlook

  • 🤝 Machado expressed gratitude for international support, including a conversation with President Trump, emphasizing a commitment to freedom and the belief that they will prevail.
  • 🗣️ She stated that her movement is "not alone", highlighting the global recognition of their fight against growing darkness in Venezuela.
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