Julio Escalona, a lifelong revolutionary and Chavista leader, passed away on Thursday. President Nicolás Maduro lamented his death, calling him “a great leader and fervent fighter of our Homeland. Defender of the humble, of the common Venezuelan and of the popular classes. His legacy will live forever! My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. … Continue reading Venezuela Mourns Julio Escalona, Outstanding Revolutionary and Chavista Leader