El Loco Presidente

Hugo Chavez is asking to become presidente for the 25 years:

Speaking at a stadium packed with supporters in central Lara state, Chavez said he would hold a referendum to put the question of his remaining in office to Venezuelans if the opposition pulls out of upcoming presidential elections.

"I am going to ask you, all the people, if you agree with Chavez being president until 2031," he said.

It was not clear if Chavez was talking about holding a legally binding vote to eliminate term limits or proposing a plebiscite.

Chavez said Friday that he said he might seek "indefinite" re-election through a referendum if the opposition boycotts the presidential vote.

He's dictatorial now, what type of dictator would he be with that kind of mandate? The South America of the 1980's is back.

Via Charles who has some impressive numbers to report.