VOICED: Anti-Chavez TV in crosshairs of Venezuela government

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by Venezuela's Globovision television station, known for its critical stance against President Hugo Chavez's government. The station has faced multiple threats of closure, leading to uncertainty and fear among its employees. Claims of political persecution and judicial harassment are made, while the government denies targeting the station, citing freedom of expression. The historical context of media shutdowns in Venezuela is highlighted, raising concerns about the future of independent media in the country.

What is the main reason Globovision is under threat of closure?

• Financial instability

• Technical issues

• Criticism of the government

• Low viewership

What does the individual involved in the business dispute claim?

• He is a victim of political persecution

• He is guilty of the charges

• He will surrender to the police

• He has no connection to the dispute

What does the government claim about media freedom in Venezuela?

• There is no media freedom

• Media freedom is limited to certain channels

• The existence of opposition networks proves media freedom

• Media freedom is only for government-friendly channels

What happened to RCTV three years ago?

• It was awarded for its journalism

• It was shut down for allegedly trying to overthrow the government

• It expanded its broadcasting

• It changed its editorial stance

What is Globovision's stance despite the pressures it faces?

• It will merge with another network

• It will maintain its editorial independence

• It will close down

• It will change its editorial stance