The Florida Democratic Party Celebrates Nobel Peace Prize Win for Venezuelan Leader María Corina Machado

Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried released the following statement celebrating Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado, who was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her tireless work promoting democratic rights and advancing freedom in Venezuela:

“Today, we celebrate a monumental victory for the Venezuelan people and for democracy itself. María Corina Machado’s Nobel Peace Prize is not only a recognition of her courage and conviction, it’s a tribute to every Venezuelan who has risked everything to fight for freedom, justice, and human rights.

Congratulations to María Corina Machado and to every Venezuelan who continues to keep the flame of democracy burning bright.