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March 6, 2008
"Chávez Rattles His Saber"
Op-Ed, International Herald Tribune
By Gustavo Flores-Macías and Sarah Kreps, Former Research Fellow, International Security Program, 2007–2008
"So far, the United States has refrained from responding to Chávez's antagonistic rhetoric. But the U.S. should be prepared for a more active approach if events escalate. The region might object to a direct U.S. military intervention, but Washington might consider quietly stepping up the supply of aid, training and equipment to Colombia."
