Author: Christina Noriega

Members of the Venezuelan diaspora, such as Arellano, are using their political power to make a difference in Latin America. Negotiations with the Maduro government are being led by heads of state in the region, with Colombia and Brazil taking the lead in finding solutions to the electoral dispute. Colombian President Gustavo Petro emphasized the importance of managing the situation peacefully. Colombia and Brazil, as mediators, proposed solutions including holding new elections and alternating power between the government and the opposition. However, these ideas were rejected by opposition members. Both countries also called for the release of voting tallies and…