Supporters throw stones in Venezuela pre-election clash

Ariana Cubillos / AP

A supporter of opposition presidential candidate Henrique Capriles hurls stones at supporters of Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez, not seen, who were hurling stones back, before an opposition campaign event started at the International airport in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, Sept. 12, 2012.

Reuters reports — Rival supporters in Venezuela's presidential election fought and threw stones on Wednesday before a campaign stop by opposition leader Henrique Capriles less than a month before an October 7 vote. Full story…

Ariana Cubillos / AP

Supporters of Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez hurl stones at supporters of opposition candidate Henrique Capriles, who were hurling stones back, before an opposition campaign event at the International airport in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, Sept. 12.

Ariana Cubillos / AP

A motorcycle burns outside the International airport during clashes in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela, Sept. 12.

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The most used weapon in the history of man. ROCK. No permit or training required,

    Reply#1 - Thu Sep 13, 2012 7:41 AM EDT

    i could see this happening here. gotta love election time.brings out the best in everyone.

      Reply#2 - Thu Sep 13, 2012 8:18 AM EDT

      They are probably angry because Chevaz already voted for them and put it in the ballot box.

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      Reply#3 - Thu Sep 13, 2012 9:11 AM EDT

      I know not with what weapons WW3 will be fought but, WW4 will be fought with sticks and stones.

      Albert Einstein.

      And Venezuela will be a superpower.

        Reply#4 - Thu Sep 13, 2012 9:36 AM EDT

        As an American that actually has LIVED in Venezuela, this article infuriates me. It has not mentioned:

        - the DEATH THREATS by Pro Chavez Supporters

        - Damage to Capriles' Election Offices throughout the Country

        - "Mysterious"Power outages that have "coincidentally occurred" before Pro Capriles Speeches.

        - Dissapearance of Police to protect Capriles when he is touring cities, leaving him to fear for his life.

        - 5 Fire Bombs hurled into Pro Capriles Election Center offices

        - Power outages that....Ironically occure for 32 minutes....when Capriles is being interviewed by National TV. for 30 minutes

        • 2 votes
        Reply#5 - Thu Sep 13, 2012 11:53 AM EDT

        Sending troops to Tripoli now?? Hello Mr. Obama, the horse has already left the barn. Are our other Middle Eastern embassies safe? Probably not, but not to worry because Mr. Obama will wait until they are attacked first. Excuse me Mr. Obama, what were you doing two days ago; oh yeah, I forgot, you were making apologies. Your whole administration is so pathetically inept, it makes me wonder why anyone would want to serve on it!

          Reply#6 - Thu Sep 13, 2012 4:12 PM EDT

          AmericanDad-3379215 Your a moron just like all the right side is jumping the gun before facts are facts. The pres NEVER apologies for anything AFTER any attack those are facts your moron... stop watching FOX news @!$%# and get your facts str8 like Mitt should

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          #6.1 - Thu Sep 13, 2012 4:20 PM EDT
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          Your a moron just like all the right side is jumping the gun before facts are facts. The pres NEVER apologies for anything AFTER any attack those are facts your moron... stop watching FOX news @!$%# and get your facts str8 like Mitt should.

          • 1 vote
          Reply#7 - Thu Sep 13, 2012 4:19 PM EDT

          You should really do some name calling. It shows us how much class you have. LOL.

          • 1 vote
          #7.1 - Thu Sep 13, 2012 6:01 PM EDT
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