Murder , terror charges against opposition leader Lopez dropped ; new charges pending . Nationwide student protests started this year . Is this the first time Venezuela has had protests ? They attracted global attention when two students were killed . Protesters want better security , an end to food shortages , and freedom of expression .
Murder , terror charges against opposition leader Lopez dropped ; new charges pending . Nationwide student protests started this year . They attracted global attention when two students were killed . Protesters want better security , an end to food shortages , and freedom of expression .