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Diaz-Balart commemorates Venezuela's Independence from Spain

July 5, 2011

Washington, D.C. –Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) issued the following statement commemorating Venezuela’s Independence from Spain on July 5, 1811. Diaz-Balart comments:

“Today, July 5th,many Venezuelans celebrate 200 years of freedom from Spain, but lament over the current living conditions in Venezuela under the ruthless, corrupt, dictator, Hugo Chavez. Venezuelans, like Americans, believe in democracy, human rights and the rule of law, which unfortunately have been hijacked by Chavez. On this historic day, we must remember to persevere for justice always prevails and democracy and freedom will once again ring true in Venezuela.”