The city council of Doral—a city in the Miami metropolitan area known for its large Venezuelan community—unanimously approved dedicating a street in the name of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado.
Mayor Christi Fraga announced the naming, highlighting its symbolism for the Venezuelan community in the United States.
The roadway, to be named María Corina Machado Path, will be located on Northwest 92nd Avenue. It will span from 33rd Street to 25th Street, near the United States Southern Command, a strategic area of the city.
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Recognition Within the Venezuelan Diaspora
Mayor Fraga called the tribute a «great honor» and emphasized that Machado represents values such as courage, democracy, human rights, and perseverance. She stated that these attributes are shared by many residents of Doral and the Venezuelan exile community.
For his part, Councilman Rafael Piñeyro added that Machado had expressed her gratitude for this distinction, given that Doral is one of the cities with the largest presence of Venezuelan immigrants in the United States.
Why Name a Street After María Corina Machado?
Machado is a prominent figure in the Venezuelan opposition, known for her firm criticism of the government of Nicolás Maduro. She has led mobilizations against electoral irregularities and human rights violations in Venezuela.
In January 2025, Machado reappeared publicly after months in hiding to lead protests in Caracas. According to reports from human rights organizations, she was briefly detained by security forces during a march demanding respect for electoral processes.
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International Relevance
The opposition leader has received international attention not only for the tensions in Venezuela but also for her condemnation of repressive actions and her defense of democracy in her country.
Recognitions such as the naming of streets in her honor and meetings with political figures in the United States reflect the resonance of her struggle beyond Venezuelan borders.
