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A Defense of U.S. Intervention in Venezuela

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I was arguing for a policy of regime change, and we don't seem to have that policy.

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What should the U.S. do next in Venezuela? President Trump’s former Venezuela envoy Elliott Abrams wants the Trump administration to push harder for full regime change. But, he and Ross debate if a democratic transition is even possible based on the administration’s interests and past American efforts in the region.
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Elliott Abrams wrote an essay for Foreign Affairs titled 'How to Topple Maduro, Why Regime Change is the Only Way Forward in Venezuela'.

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Key quote: I was arguing for a policy of regime change, and we don't seem to have that policy.
The host discusses the complexities of U.S. foreign policy towards Venezuela, particularly the need for regime change. The book is mentioned as a critical piece that outlines the argument for prioritizing this change in order to restore democracy and stability in the region.
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How to Topple Maduro, Why Regime Change is the Only Way Forward in Venezuela
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The host discusses the complexities of U.S. foreign policy towards Venezuela, particularly the need for regime change. The book is mentioned as a c…

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A famous moment in Chile in the movie that was made about the transition which won a lot of awards when there's a young man who's for the opposition who says to his boss, you know, we're going to fight Pinochet.