Elections in a Dictatorship, part IV-Monomad challenge

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I took these photos during last Sunday's election, in which fraud committed by the government was marred. In its wake, Venezuelans have been left in limbo, uncertain about the future. Yet we must continue with our lives despite the unfavorable conditions. Moreover, the dictatorship is clamping down on freedom of expression with alarming ferocity. The faces of the people in these pictures serve as a poignant illustration of that day's emotions: anguish and joy. Why? Because it was known that the Government had lost the election, due to widespread discontent among the people.

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The photograph of the soldier, although I may be repulsed in part, is perfect in terms of its composition, you have captured the essence of what this soldier can transmit.

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Thank you, friend. I had to crop it, which I wouldn’t say I like doing, because two soldiers were posing, but the other came out very blurry. Minutes before, this individual had pointed his weapon at me after I asked what had happened, as they had just beaten someone seconds earlier. When he saw me with the camera, he lowered his guard and asked me to take a photo.

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I feel that you have captured the feelings of an entire nation. Soldiers make an impression that is difficult to explain. I have known soldiers, I know that it is not easy. We know that some people in this country are not good people, but there are also others who only have to follow orders, and the other percentage who decide to do good even if they have to face the consequences.
The child is our future, the mothers... Our flag. I feel like crying.

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