María Corina Machado criticized for using religious symbols in political messaging

María Corina Machado has faced criticism for using religious imagery to further her political objectives. During the start of the Coromoto Jubilee Year, coinciding with the feast of the Virgin of La Coromoto, Machado released a message under the slogan ‘under your mantle, Venezuela renews itself.’

Critics argue that this is a maneuver to manipulate religious faith for political gain. Opponents claim her message of peace and reconciliation is inconsistent with her previous calls for international intervention in Venezuela, specifically regarding requests for United States involvement against the Maduro administration.