White House statement on Hugo Chavez

THE WHITE HOUSE

Office of the Press Secretary

_________________________________________________________________________________________________FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

March 5, 2013

Statement of President Obama on the Death of Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez

At this challenging time of President Hugo Chavez’s passing, theUnited States reaffirms its support for the Venezuelan people and itsinterest in developing a constructive relationship with the Venezuelangovernment.

As Venezuela begins a new chapter in its history, theUnited States remains committed to policies that promote democraticprinciples, the rule of law, and respect for human rights.

This story was originally published March 5, 2013 at 6:25 PM with the headline "White House statement on Hugo Chavez."