Congratulations, Mr. President!

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Globe and Mail:

CARACAS — Leftist President Hugo Chavez won re-election by a wide margin Sunday, giving him free reign for a more radical socialist shake-up of society and six more years to counter U.S. influence in Latin America and beyond.

Challenger Manuel Rosales conceded defeat but vowed to remain in opposition, resisting a leader he accuses of edging Venezuela toward authoritarian rule.

Minutes after the results were announced, Mr. Chavez appeared on the presidential palace's main balcony singing the national anthem. He pledged to deepen his effort to transform Venezuela into a more egalitarian society.

“Long live the socialist revolution! Destiny has been written,” Mr. Chavez shouted to thousands of flag-waving supporters wearing red shirts and braving a pouring rain.

“That new era has begun,” he declared with religious fervour, raising a hand in the air. “We have shown that Venezuela is red! ... No one should fear socialism ... Socialism is human. Socialism is love.”


CITGO's Low Cost Heating Oil Program:

CITGO Petroleum Corporation made its first delivery of discount heating oil of the 2006-2007 winter season in New York City on Nov. 17th.

The CITGO-Venezuela Heating Oil Program is targeting more than 100 million gallons to more than 400,000 households in 16 states, more than doubling the commitment made last year.

"We are more than just an oil company. We are neighbors and friends who care for those in need," said CITGO President and CEO Félix Rodríguez. "This is a people-to-people program that comes from the heart of Venezuela to the homes of American families who just can't pay their energy bills."