Nicolás Maduro insists with “SuperBigote” to promote his electoral campaign in Venezuela against “the people with surnames”

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The controversial dictator of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, has once again grabbed headlines with the release of a new episode of his cartoon series, “SuperBigote,” in anticipation of the upcoming elections on July 28. In the one minute and 15 second long episode, Maduro presents himself as a superhero, urging the Venezuelan people to unite and declaring that the real candidate is each ordinary man and woman in the country.

Maduro, depicted in the caricature alongside his wife Cilia Flores, is shown interacting with various citizens who express their support for him. The character “SuperBigote” reassures the people that he will continue to work towards building prosperity, equality, and happiness for all Venezuelans.

The cartoon, which first aired in December 2021 on the state channel Venezolana de Televisión (VTV), has been met with criticism for its portrayal of Maduro as a knock-off version of Superman. In the episode, the character “SuperBigote” is depicted as a superhero fighting against North American imperialism, with a red suit, blue cape, and underwear worn outside the suit in typical American comic style.

Despite the cartoon’s attempts to portray Maduro as a heroic figure, critics argue that it serves as a mockery of the harsh reality faced by Venezuelans under Maduro’s iron-fisted rule. The slogan of the comic, “with his iron fist,” echoes Maduro’s past declarations of ruling with authoritarian control.

Maduro’s use of the cartoon series as a propaganda tool ahead of the elections has sparked debate among Venezuelans, with some viewing it as a desperate attempt to maintain power. As the country grapples with economic turmoil and political unrest, the upcoming elections on July 28 will be a critical turning point for the future of Venezuela.