Venezuelans Head to Polls in Test of Commitment to Democracy.

Venezuelans are heading to the polls to choose between President Nicolás Maduro and a candidate who is not on the ballot, María Corina Machado. Machado, who has been banned from seeking public office, has gained popularity by advocating for economic deregulation, privatization of the oil industry, and reuniting families affected by the mass exodus of Venezuelans. The transparency and fairness of the vote will be closely watched, especially after the US imposed sanctions over alleged election violations. Voter turnout will be crucial, as a high turnout would make it difficult for the government to tamper with the results. [Extracted from the article]