Henrique Capriles launched what many consider a doomed presidential candidacy with an attack against a government he accused of betraying Venezuelans' trust.

Whoever the opposition runs, analysts say the election is the government's to lose.
Blouin Politics: Venezuela's haunted opposition

There are doubts, even among die-hard Chavistas, about his ability to lead the nation.

Armed militant Chavistas pose a potentially menacing wild card as Venezuela adjusts to new era.

Vice President Nicolas Maduro will continue to run Venezuela as interim president and be the governing socialists' candidate in an election to be called within 30 days.
Blouin Digest: Chavez's death and Venezuela's aftermath

Divisions within the military have clouded attempts to determine who it might support among Chavez loyalists or if it would side with the opposition.

No stranger to domestic politics, the military is being watched closely.
-Blouin Politics: Signed Chavez decree clarifies nothing

An alternative inauguration is scheduled to take place outside the presidential palace in a show of solidarity for the ailing Venezuelan president.

Henrique Capriles says constitution is clear on dates of presidential terms and that the Supreme Court must weigh in with Hugo Chavez still ailing in Cuba.

Reassessing strategy for expected elections to replace the cancer-stricken incumbent.