On February 12th 2014, college students from different institutions all across Venezuela stormed the streets in protest against the economic crisis that is still facing their country today. These student protesters claim that the protests are a result of the scarcity of goods, high rates of criminal violence, and inflation within the country. They believed that both the current and previous governments are responsible for the horrible conditions within the country because of economic policies that are currently in place. These policies include price controls that have led to Venezuela having one of the highest inflation rates in the world. In February of this year, “Venezuela’s annual inflation rate rose to 57.3 percent … the central bank said on Friday” (CNBC). On the other hand, those that support the current government argue that the government’s economic policies, specifically those set in place by former president Hugo Chavez, have improved the quality of life in Venezuela greatly. Those that are in favor of the current government’s policies seem to be the beneficiaries and those who aren’t in favor feel oppressed. This has caused a division amongst social and economic classes and as a result, violence is rising within the country. This student led movement started off as peaceful protests but has developed into large political demonstrations and growing civil unrest. Their protest has been increasingly opposed by the government. When 3 protestors were killed in February, the international community couldn’t turn a blind eye any longer. Shortly after the news hit the web, Venezuela’s civil unrest was broadcasted all around the world. Social media sites, radio stations and just about every major media outlet began showing the …
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