Capriles Radonski formalizes his candidacy

01/18

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Henrique Capriles Radonski, a 39 year old lawyer and rival to Hugo Chavez in the upcoming October elections, makes his way to get on stage and greet his supporters.

02/18

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After addressing the ex governor of Miranda State makes his troublesome way through supporters and the press to formalize his candidature at the National Electoral Council.

03/18

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A woman holds a sign that says 'Capriles Radonski for President' among a crowd of supporters.

04/18

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A supporter of Capriles Radonski stands next to a line of Bolivarian National Guards safeguarding the inside of the CNE (National Electoral Council).

05/18

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Bolivarian National Guards secured the surroundings and allowed few people and accredited media to the inside of the National Elctoral Council.

06/18

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Henrique Capriles Radonski, a 39 year old lawyer and rival to Hugo Chavez in the upcoming October elections, wears the shirt of the Venezuelan National Soccer Team (La Vinotinto) which has come to represent a symbol of union and national pride.

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Henrique Capriles Radonski, a 39 year old lawyer and rival to Hugo Chavez in the upcoming October elections, waves at supporters wearing a shirt of the Venezuelan National Soccer Team (La Vinotinto) which has come to represent a symbol of union and n.

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Henrique Capriles Radonski, a 39 year old lawyer and rival to Hugo Chavez in the upcoming October elections, waves at supporters wearing a shirt of the Venezuelan National Soccer Team (La Vinotinto) which has come to represent a symbol of union and n.

09/18

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People gathered on top of a truck to be able to see and listen to Capriles' speech.

10/18

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A pluralistic crowd composed of 35 different political parties, civil organizations, and civilians from all walks of life show their enthusiasm and support.

11/18

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Henrique Capriles Radonski, a 39 year old lawyer and rival to Hugo Chavez in the upcoming October elections, talks about inclusion and tolerance to his supporters before formalizing his candidature before the National Electoral Council.

12/18

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Supporters listen atentively to his speech at Plaza Caracas, on the western side of the city where the National Electoral Concil hold their offices.

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Henrique Capriles Radonski, a 39 year old lawyer and rival to Hugo Chavez in the upcoming October elections, talks about inclusion and tolerance to his supporters before formalizing his candidature before the National Electoral Council.

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Henrique Capriles Radonski, a 39 year old lawyer and rival to Hugo Chavez in the upcoming October elections, talks about inclusion and tolerance to his supporters before formalizing his candidature before the National Electoral Council.

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Supporters using the subway system to reach the final destination and gathering point.

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An ocean of supporters fill the streets of Caracas dancing, chanting and celebrating his candidature.

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Diferent organizations from all walks of life and geographical locations were present to accompany Capriles.

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A total of 35 political organizations gathered to support Henrique Capriles Radonski in his walk to the National Electoral Council to formalize his candidature.