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Will Kennedy Betancourt be Venezuela's next president
Venezuelan leader Betancourt, born Feb 22 in Guatire near Caracas, rose from exile to found the Accion Democratica party. He survived coups, riots, and exile, returning to government after aiding the overthrow of Medina Angarita and later facing assassinations and Communist opposition. He aims to improve education and land reform while avoiding military meddling.
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Jose Figueres
Castro
Caracas
Venezuela
Luis Costa Rica
Betancourt
Munoz Marin
Puerto Rico
Kennedy
Nevolu Ae
Richard G. Maslock
Conte
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Fidel Castro
IMS
Guatire
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Colombia
Juan Vicente Gomez
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Costa Rica
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Jacqueline Kennedy
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Central America
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