Reply #20: So you're saying the ends

[bbinacan]

justifies the means? So, you're willing to give up their liberties for the progress.

From Human Rights Watch.

"By broadening laws that punish disrespect for government authorities, the Venezuelan government has flouted international human rights principles that protect free expression.

José Miguel Vivanco, Americas director at Human Rights Watch"

So let me get this clear. Because Chavez has helped the poor, he is beyond reproach for his stampede toward dictatorship?

on edit: here's the link http://hrw.org/english/docs/2005/03/24/venezu10368.htm

And don't dare offend Great Leader. "Anyone convicted of offending these authorities could go to prison for up to 20 months. Anyone who gravely offends the president, on the other hand, can incur a penalty of up to 40 months in prison."