Leopoldo Lopez, a Venezuelan opposition leader discusses his experiences as a political prisoner, including his time in solitary confinement and the psychological impact of imprisonment. Lopez shares how his family, particularly his wife Lilian, provided him with hope and support during his incarceration. He also talks about the tactics used by dictatorships to break individuals and divide opposition, including smear campaigns and false accusations against his family. Lopez reflects on his childhood, his family’s history of political activism, and how witnessing inequality in Venezuela shaped his desire to become a public servant. He emphasizes the importance of purpose, resilience, and not succumbing to fear in the face of authoritarian regimes. The conversation also touches upon his early political career as a mayor and his campaigning tactics. Follow and Subscribe World According to Masih

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