What started as a student protest has grown, as demonstrators against the government of President Nicolas Maduro continue in Caracas. Anti-government protesters are demanding more freedom of speech, better security and an end to socialist policies that have led to goods shortages and an anemic economy. Opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez was arrested and charged with arson and conspiracy after clashes left at least six people dead. The turmoil is set to continue.
Anti-Government Protests Rock Venezuela
Demonstrations – including violent clashes between protesters and police – against the government of President Nicolas Maduro continue in Caracas
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Venezuelan opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez gets into a National Guard armored vehicle in Caracas February 18, 2014.
