Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro highlighted the pontiff’s support against U.S. sanctions, framing his legacy as a cornerstone for social justice and Latin American sovereignty. Venezuelan Leader Praises Pope Francis as Pillar in Fight Against Imperialism Maduro emphasizes spiritual and political alliances against sanctions, positioning the pope as a beacon for progressive movements.

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Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro paid tribute to Pope Francis during his program Con Maduro Live De Repente, underscoring the pontiff’s role as a key figure in defending Venezuela against what he called the “U.S.-led imperialist blockade.” The leader emphasized that the pope’s legacy transcends religion, framing him as a strategic ally in the fight against neocolonial policies.

Maduro hailed Pope Francis as “the people’s pope,” whose voice has denounced global inequalities and unilateral sanctions. He stressed that the religious leader openly questioned the economic blockade against Venezuela, a central theme in the Chavista government’s narrative against foreign interference.

Maduro highlighted how Francis revitalized the Catholic Church by aligning it with social movements and the “preferential option for the poor,” a principle he linked to the tenets of 21st-century socialism. This interpretation aims to reinforce the narrative of a Church committed to grassroots causes.

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Historical Parallels: From the Roman Empire to Washington’s Power

In his speech, Maduro drew parallels between pressures from the “U.S. empire” and the oppression of ancient Rome, emphasizing a continuity in peoples’ resistance against hegemonic structures. This analogy strengthens the anti-imperialist discourse as a cornerstone of Venezuelan diplomacy.

The tribute included a musical piece composed for the occasion, blending traditional rhythms with lyrics celebrating cultural resistance. Analysts suggest this gesture seeks to solidify the Bolivarian narrative of integrating art and revolutionary politics.

Maduro warned that sanctions not only target Venezuela but are part of a broader regional strategy. He cited Pope Francis as a critic of these policies, recalling the pontiff’s calls for dialogue and human rights protections during Venezuela’s crisis.

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The text reads:#ConMaduroLiveDeRepente || President @nicolasmaduro reflects on the importance of faith in our lives:”We recognize Pope Francis as a marker of this new era. Faith in God is one of the most important things that gives human beings authenticity, drive, and the true light we need.”

Nicolás Maduro Guerra, Vice President of Religious Affairs for the ruling party, emphasized how the pope’s message on the dignity of the poor aligns with Bolivarian socialist principles. This alignment aims to legitimize the Chavista political project through an ethical-religious lens.

The tribute reflects a communication strategy that links global figures to anti-imperialist resistance, leveraging Pope Francis’ legacy to bolster narratives of sovereignty and social justice. However, critics note the official discourse omits the pope’s warnings against authoritarianism, selectively focusing on his critiques of capitalism.

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