The Stream looks into what is behind the ongoing protests in the country.

Demonstrators run away from tear gas during a protest in Caracas, Venezuela on February 12, 2014. (JORGE SILVA\REUTERS)

Thousands of Venezuelans are calling for President Nicolas Maduro to resign. Their grievances include a currency crisis, inflation, crime, and a goods shortage. The president's supporters say protesters have been encouraged by fascist elements. With both sides blaming each other for the protests' deadly turn, what lies ahead? Join the conversation at 19:30 GMT.

In this episode of The Stream, we speak with:

George Ciccariello-Maher @ciccmaher

Author, “We Created Chavez”

georgeciccariello.com



Emiliana Duarte @emiduarte

Blogger, Caracas Chronicles

caracaschronicles.com

Isabella Picon @isapiconb

Citizen, attended protests



Maoly Morales @maozache

Advisor, President of National Assembly

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