US 'Covert Action' in Venezuela: Haven't We Done This Before?
When the headlines blare 'covert action' and 'land strikes' for Venezuela, it's worth recalling the historical pattern the mainstream media often forgets. From the 1954 coup in Guatemala orchestrated by the CIA for United Fruit Co.'s bananas, to supporting paramilitary groups in Nicaragua in the 1980s, the US has a storied history of 'covertly' shaping Latin American governments. This isn't
defending Nicolás Maduro; it's recognizing America's long-standing tradition of choosing which leaders its neighbors 'deserve,' especially if oil or geopolitical influence is involved. One might wonder if any of this 'covert action' will target the actual issues driving Venezuelan migration, or just the symptoms. Meanwhile, the 'land strikes' suggestion echoes the ill-fated Bay of Pigs invasion—a
masterclass in 'covert' operations. It appears some lessons, particularly those about non-interference and national sovereignty, remain unlearned, perpetually trapped in an 'out-of-sight, out-of-mind' media loop.