Former Director General of Procedural Action of the Public Ministry, Zair Mundaray, journalist Delvalle Canelón, and lawyer Evelio Chávez are demanding the repeal of the “Ley contra el Odio” (Hate Law) in Venezuela, arguing that its ambiguity allows for discretionary interpretations and restricts freedom of expression. They also contend that the law fosters self-censorship. This call comes despite Delcy Rodríguez’s recent proposal to reform the law, which she initially championed while presiding over the Asamblea Nacional Constituyente in 2017. According to records from the Foro Penal, since the law’s enactment, 927 individuals have been accused of inciting hatred. Critics believe a reform will not sufficiently address the fundamental issues with the law’s broad and potentially oppressive application. They maintain that a complete repeal is necessary to protect fundamental rights in Venezuela.