Is it true that Chavez has been responsible for a dramatic rise in literacy rates, the introduction of national health care, increased per capita income and reduced poverty?

So what if he shut down a tv station? He's in S. America (the land of coup). I think he was looking after the stability of his country.

In America, you're arrested as a terrorist if you express your hatred for the U.S. and discuss ways of disrupting the economy. Its called conspiracy. The media calls it a plot even when there is no evidence of a plan that could succeed.

At least Chavez improves the lives of his people. Thats more than Bush does.

Chavez has a healthy disrespect for the U.S. At least he's strong enough to protect his country from exploitation. More power to him.