Guyana's snap elections and border tensions

Coal in the stocking: Guyana's early Christmas presents were a no-confidence vote and a visit from Venezuela's navy

Merry Christmas Eve! Most South American politics slows down for the holiday season, but Guyana has ended the year with two big events in the past week, setting the stage for an exciting early 2019.

Guyana’s president lost a vote of no confidence, meaning new elections must be held.

On Friday evening, Charrandas Persaud (AFC) voted yes on a motion of no c…