Chavez Threatens Election Crackdown

From Washington Times:
CARACAS, Venezuela | President Hugo Chavez is threatening to imprison a popular opposition leader, roll tanks into the streets and use force to defend the results of this Sunday's state and local elections.

The vote is an important test of Mr. Chavez's support a year after Venezuelans rejected his attempt to abolish
The vote is an important test of Mr. Chavez's support a year after Venezuelans rejected his attempt to abolish term limits, and critics say he is resorting to browbeating and smears for fear his candidates will lose.

"He has unleashed a wave of intimidation," said Manuel Rosales, the opposition governor of Zulia state.

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