Disturbing Events in Venezuela

President Hugo Chavez is under fire, under threat of recall, and fighting back. The following reports have the details:
Tens of thousands march against Venezuelan president
Venezuela: Annan Vows UN Support To Stop Violence
Chavez seen as ruling by circumventing law
Torture and intimidation as Chávez tries to crush dissent
Oil prices keep climbing as tensions rise in Venezuela.
For background of President Chavez's political philosoply, read The Bolivarian Movement and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.