Chávez Says His Cancer Has Returned and Names His Successor -- New York Times
ORURO, Bolivia — President Hugo Chávez of Venezuela announced Saturday in Caracas that he would have to undergo another operation for cancer, and he designated his vice president, Nicolás Maduro, as his successor if he should prove unable to continue to lead the country.
Mr. Chávez, appearing somber and contemplative, made the announcement in a televised address from the presidential palace. Mr. Maduro sat to his left, and several other cabinet members were also present.
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My Comment: If I am reading his body language correctly .... it looks like he is now accepting the possibility that he may not defeat his cancer. Gone is his usual determination and energy.
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