On October 10, Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado praised the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to her, thanking President Trump and other allies while calling for freedom.
Prize Announcement
“This recognition of the struggle of all Venezuelans is a springboard toward realizing our mission: to achieve freedom. We are on the brink of victory and today, more than ever, we rely on President Trump, the people of the United States, the peoples of Latin America, and the democratic nations of the world as our primary allies in the pursuit of freedom and democracy. I dedicate this prize to the suffering nation of Venezuela and to President Trump for his decisive support for our cause!” — Maria Corina Machado.
Political Context
Maria Corina Machado, a prominent opposition leader, gave a statement on Friday, 10 October, following the announcement that she would receive the Nobel Peace Prize. The remarks were directed at the United States and its President, as well as at Latin American nations and the broader international community, emphasizing their role in supporting Venezuela’s struggle for democracy.
