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The different tactics Venezuela's Maduro could use to remain in power despite losing the elections

Venezuela's President Nicolas Maduro addresses the media in Caracas (Credit: Reuters / LEONARDO FERNANDEZ VILORIA)

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro will face his most challenging election since assuming office in 2013 next July, as polls indicate that his main opponent, Edmundo González, is significantly ahead.

However, an analysis piece by The New York Times has cast doubt on the possibility that Maduro, a seasoned political strategist, will graciously allow a clean contest and leave office should he lose.

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