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Venezuela's Young Leaders: "We're Responsible for Solving This Crisis"

By Rachelle Krygier

A legislator and former Chávez supporter, Miguel Pizarro, 29, is one of the leaders reinvigorating Venezuela's opposition.

With his arms covered in tattoos and a discourse of reconciliation, Miguel Pizarro has been a riveting presence on the front lines of anti-government protests, energizing the Venezuelan opposition – particularly young protestors and student activists.

Pizarro, who grew up in Caracas’ biggest slum, has been in politics since he was a college student. His commitment hasn’t wavered, but his views have changed over time. He used to identify with the extreme left, and started his career as a member of a party that supported late president Hugo Chávez. In 2006 the party began to distance...

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