José Vicente Rangel
Venezuelan politician, Vice President
Born
Died
2020
6 years ago — 91 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Venezuela
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Served as the 21st Vice President of Venezuela from 2001 to 2007. His political career included various roles such as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister of Defense. Rangel was a prominent figure in the Venezuelan political landscape, participating actively in the democratic process and the advancement of political discourse in the country. He was also involved in journalism and wrote extensively on political issues.
Served as Vice President of Venezuela
Held the position of Minister of Foreign Affairs
Served as Minister of Defense
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