Chavismo Faces Widespread Disappointment and Regret, Survey Reveals

A recent poll by Meganálisis indicates a profound shift in Venezuelan sentiment, with a vast majority of citizens expressing deep disappointment and regret over the Chavismo movement. The survey, conducted between May 20 and 27, found that 54.1% of respondents admitted to having voted for Chavismo over the past 27 years. However, among this group, a staggering 92.1% now feel ashamed and regretful about their past support.

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The feeling of regret and shame for having voted for Chavismo at some point rises 2.3% compared to February 2026, reaching 92.1% of regret, among those who admit to having done so.

This level of regret marks a significant increase, with the poll noting a 2.3% rise in feelings of shame and repentance compared to February 2026. The survey, which interviewed 1,119 individuals across Venezuela, also explored the broader perception of Chavismo's legacy. When asked about the movement's impact on the country, 89.3% of respondents described it as a "curse," while only a small fraction, 4.8%, considered it a "blessing."

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What has Chavismo meant for Venezuela?

Further highlighting the negative outlook, 87.2% of those polled believe that socialism, as implemented under Chavismo, has led to "poor living, regression, and poverty" in Venezuela. Conversely, only 5.2% attributed it to "well-being, development, and abundance." The poll also touched upon ideological self-identification, with 95.7% of Venezuelans stating they do not identify as Chavista, and 89.6% indicating they do not define themselves as left-wing.

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A curse

Looking towards the future, nearly 60% of respondents believe that Chavismo is divided and on the path to disappearing, suggesting a widespread sentiment that the movement's influence is waning.

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Poor living, regression, and poverty