Trying to force through draconian legislation with special powers and amendments as an emergency right before the Holidays at the end of the year, gee that sounds vaguely familiar...
Chavez seeks power to rule by decree for 1 year - Yahoo! NewsBy FABIOLA SANCHEZ, Associated PressTue Dec 14, 2010
Vice President Elias Jaua made the request on Chavez's behalf, saying the president will use the authorization to ensure fast-track approval of laws aimed at helping the nation recover from severe flooding and mudslides that left thousands homeless and in government shelters.
Chavez announced the plan to seek decree powers Friday, and some critics suggested he intended to push through controversial measures during the holidays while many Venezuelans are focusing on their families.
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