Bolivarian propaganda is a form of nationalist propaganda, especially in Venezuela and associated with chavismo, Venezuelan socialism. This type of propaganda has been associated with Hugo Chávez's Bolivarian Revolution, which used emotional arguments to gain attention, exploit the fears of the population, create external enemies for scapegoat purposes, and produce nationalism within the population, causing feelings of betrayal for support of the opposition.
A billboard of Hugo Chávez's eyes and signature in Guarenas, Venezuela.
A political painting saying, "For the love of Chávez. President Maduro." with the popular "Chávez eyes" visible.
House painted with propaganda and woman in clothing supporting Hugo Chávez in Maracaibo, Venezuela.
Ministry of Popular Power for Communication and Information board stating "The United States appears by providence to plague America with misery in the name of freedom."
Hugo Rafael Chávez Frías was a Venezuelan politician and military officer who served as president of Venezuela from 1999 until his death in 2013, except for a brief period of forty-seven hours in 2002. Chávez was also leader of the Fifth Republic Movement political party from its foundation in 1997 until 2007, when it merged with several other parties to form the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV), which he led until 2012.
Chávez in 2011
The San Carlos military stockade, where Chávez was held following the 1992 coup attempt
Chávez speaking at an event in Buenos Aires in October 1995
A painted mural in support of the Fifth Republic Movement (MVR) found in Barcelona, Anzoátegui, Venezuela