Citizens in Cumaná have rejected the installation of an “anti-sanctions” fence in their city, expressing their discontent with the government’s priorities. The fence, which features images of opposition figures Leopoldo López, María Corina Machado, and Juan Guaidó, has sparked a debate in the community.
Many residents questioned the use of funds for such propaganda billboards instead of essential services like healthcare and infrastructure. Ynes Duque criticized the government, stating, “Why don’t they use that money in hospitals and in repairing the streets? Every day some neurons burn.”
Others, like Carlos Durán, sarcastically implied that all of the city’s problems were somehow caused by sanctions. However, the sentiment was clear among residents like Reina Gedeon, who urged the government to prioritize the needs of the community over political messaging. Gedeon pointed out the deteriorating state of a nearby school, suggesting that funds would be better spent on its restoration.
The controversy surrounding the fence in Cumaná reflects a larger divide in the community, with citizens questioning the government’s motives and calling for a focus on addressing their everyday needs. As the debate continues, it remains to be seen how the authorities will respond to the pushback from residents.