Venezuelan election polls

Venezuelans are preparing for their first full presidential election in over a decade, with opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez Urrutia expected to challenge incumbent Nicolás Maduro. Despite numerous polls indicating a significant lead for Gonzalez, fears of election fraud and the Maduro regime's history of manipulating results cast uncertainty over the outcome. Maria Corina Machado, the initial opposition leader, has been barred from participating, further complicating the opposition's strategy. Voter turnout is crucial, as both sides predict victory, yet many opposition supporters express skepticism about the integrity of the electoral process. The election is marred by reports of harassment and intimidation against opposition figures, including the deportation of international political observers. As Venezuela faces economic turmoil and a humanitarian crisis, the results could determine the future of governance in the country.