"It could bring Venezuela to its knees," AS/COA's Eric Farnsworth told BuzzFeed News, commenting on potential future sanctions.
"The [Venezuelan] opposition is going to try to set up a parallel government in a bid for international recognition. Maduro will likely overreact by tossing the leaders in jail," said AS/COA's Eric Farnsworth.
En un momento en que muchos reporteros en la región enfrentan amenazas e intimidación, estos cinco periodistas son celebrados por su valentía, su destreza investigativa y su compromiso con la democracia.
At a time when many reporters in the region are facing threats, these five journalists are celebrated for their bravery, investigative prowess, and commitment to democracy.
AS/COA's Eric Farnsworth argued that the July 30 constituent assembly vote would "give the government the opportunity to turn Venezuela into a one-party state without any of the trappings of democracy."
"I'm not convinced [the U.S. government is] going to move forward to sanction [Venezuela's] energy sector," commented AS/COA's Eric Farnsworth.
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