The upcoming elections on Sunday in Venezuela offer a glimmer of hope for citizens eager to end the Chavista tyranny led by Nicolás Maduro. For over 25 years, Chavismo, which began with Hugo Chávez, has dismantled the country's institutions and concentrated power around the presidency. This has led to textbook socialism that has severely impacted citizens, with over 7 million Venezuelans fleeing in search of better opportunities.

Nicolás Maduro, who assumed power in 2013 after Chávez's death, is seeking re-election. If successful, he would extend his rule to 18 years, a tenure not earned through democratic choice, but through rigged elections.