Venezuelan Opposition Faces Uphill Battle with New Candidate

Despite being barred from running, María Corina Machado rallies support for Edmundo González against President Maduro.

Maduro's regime has banned opposition leader Machado but allowed González to run.
Machado's campaign efforts have energized voters, despite electoral obstacles.
González leads Maduro by over 40 points in recent polls, yet concerns about election fairness remain.
Investigative reports highlight deep corruption within Maduro's government.
International observers may play a crucial role in monitoring the upcoming election.