Dear Editor,
I am writing to express my deep concern over Prime Minister Gaston Browne’s recent letter congratulating President Nicolas Maduro on his alleged victory in the national elections held on July 28, 2024.
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While we, the people of Antigua and Barbuda, support the ABLP government and the positive strides it has made for our nation, it is imperative to draw a clear line when it comes to the endorsement of foreign leaders and their electoral processes.
It is well-known internationally that Venezuela does not conduct free and fair elections. The recent poll in Caracas is widely regarded as having been stolen by the Maduro dictatorship.
By extending congratulations on behalf of our entire nation, Prime Minister Browne implies that the people of Antigua and Barbuda condone the brazen theft of democratic processes and the perpetuation of authoritarian rule.
This implication is far from the truth. We, the citizens of Antigua and Barbuda, believe in democracy, fairness, and the right of every individual to have their vote counted genuinely.
The situation in Venezuela is a direct affront to these values, and as such, any congratulations extended to Maduro should reflect only the personal views of Prime Minister Browne, not those of our nation as a whole.
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Furthermore, it is evident that Prime Minister Browne’s support for Maduro is not based on principle but rather on what Maduro has been able to provide our country over the years.
This pragmatic stance overlooks the immense suffering taking place in Venezuela, including mass migration and economic turmoil.
Given these dire conditions, it is inconceivable that any Venezuelan would genuinely want Maduro to remain in power.
We urge Prime Minister Browne to retract his statement or, at the very least, clarify that his congratulations to Maduro are his personal sentiments.
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The people of Antigua and Barbuda do not support the blatant undermining of democracy that has taken place in Venezuela.
While we stand with our government in many respects, we must also stand firmly for our principles and the values of democracy. Let us make it clear that we do not endorse or support the Maduro regime’s actions.
Sincerely,
Strong ABLP Supporter
Antigua and Barbuda
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