So, I am surprised why anyone is shocked about this ruling? Those who are connected in America make the laws and pocket numerous judges. Since when has this been a secret? The mere fact that Americans actually buy Venezuelan oil is preposterous. But again, when has the US government ever acted differently, saying one thing but doing another? Either you oppose a regime and then follow through on all fronts or you do not. This is the exact same thing than the flip flopping of American covert support in former Persia, Afghanistan, Columbia, Panama, and, and and,.... why surprised?
I am wondering, how does that differ from the capitalist lesson, where everything inures to the benefit of the government/ elites (top 10%) and 42 million are on food stamps? Could it be that what you are observing has very little to do with the form of government but something else? N.B.: Scat can be forgiven for not responding. He won't see my post. He has me on ignore.