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Letter from Maria Corina is Why We Must Continue to Speak Out

April 7, 2014

WASHINGTON – Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) released the following statement in response to a letter he received from Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado.

“The heartfelt note my office received from Maria Corina is a simple reminder as to why I continue to speak out against the brutality of the Maduro regime. I am honored to be one of many speaking out on behalf of the Venezuelan people. Until all Venezuelans are free of a corrupt government, have access to basic household supplies, food, and most importantly, their freedom of speech and assembly, we must all continue to join these brave folks who are peacefully protesting, yet are being aggressively attacked, injured, and killed. I stand by courageous leaders like Maria Corina, Leopoldo Lopez, and others who are risking their lives daily. I will do everything I can for the Venezuelan people as they struggle to regain democracy.”

The letter from Machado thanked Congressman Diaz-Balart and his staff for their efforts to help the Venezuelan community.