Public Discontent Grows Over María Corina Machado’s Leadership in Venezuela
A recent poll reveals that 64.6% of Venezuelans reject the role of far-right opposition leader María Corina Machado. The survey, conducted by Datanálisis, indicates that dissatisfaction stems primarily from Machado’s stance on the national negotiation process, reports 24brussels.
The polling results show a significant decline in citizen perception of Machado’s leadership, with 26.5% of respondents rating her role as “very bad” and 20.3% considering it “bad.” Only 17.8% viewed her performance as average, with a distinct trend toward negative evaluations.
Machado’s approval ratings have plummeted 10 points compared to earlier assessments, reflecting concerns over her alignment with U.S. political interests and a consistent rejection of dialogues proposed by the Venezuelan government. Just 18.6% of those surveyed expressed a favorable opinion of her leadership, while a mere 5.7% rated her positively.
The context surrounding the poll underscores a growing solidarity among supporters of President Nicolás Maduro, as criticism of the hardline faction of the Venezuelan opposition escalates due to their dismissal of recent governmental dialogue efforts. This heightened scrutiny comes amidst claims from Venezuelan authorities accusing Machado of involvement in destabilizing activities coordinated with U.S. officials, including calls for military intervention from Israel back in 2018.
Moreover, an alternative survey from Dataviva reinforces Machado’s lack of support, reporting a 92% disapproval rate among respondents. This sentiment aligns with widespread public sentiment emphasizing the defense of Venezuela’s national sovereignty in the face of external pressures.
As political dynamics evolve in Venezuela, the future of Machado’s leadership remains uncertain, further highlighting the challenges facing the opposition in a nation grappling with profound socio-political shifts.
