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20149 minPGcurrent-affairs

Conflict Civil Rights

Venezuela Rising: Dispatch Two

20149 minPGcurrent-affairs

VICE News covers protests in Caracas, featuring student leaders and violent clashes with police.

Conflict Civil Rights

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Channel: VICE News

Venezuela Rising: Dispatch Two

2014• 9 minPG

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VICE News covers protests in Caracas, featuring student leaders and violent clashes with police.

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VICE News interviews a leader of the student movement and the mayor of Caracas during a significant protest. The rally escalates into violence as protesters throw rocks and improvised explosives, prompting police to respond with tear gas and gunshots. This event highlights the ongoing unrest in Venezuela and the challenges faced by those advocating for change. The coverage provides a firsthand look at the tensions in Caracas and the determination of the student movement amidst the chaos. Viewers can start from the beginning and watch dispatch one for more context.

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