Now that the Dems are in control, and Rummy is gone, I believe that there will be NO invasion of Venezuela. The US has tried on numerous occasions to "take Hugo out" and failed. Also, I am not so sure he is so unpopular in his country. I have talked to many Venezuelans about Hugo Chavez, and he is very popular, especially among the poor.
Note; If you want to know why Hugo Chavez is even in power and why we are "hated", then read this book;
http://www.economichitman.com/
Now I am not saying I endorse this book, I just read it. I also don't like the
author's "Holistic New Age" mentality, but all in all, it was a good read and opened my eyes to a lot of things.
The real problem is Mexico. I know a lot of Mexicans over here (most of them illegals I think), and they are firm supporters of leftist political leaders...
"AP Interview: Wanted Mexican leftist bets Oaxaca rebellion will spread across nation"
http://www.iht.com/articles/ap/2006/...ca_Leftist.php http://www.alertnet.org/thenews/newsdesk/N03257778.htm