Venezuela's President Hugo Chavez said that his future was at stake and promised to respect the result of the vote

A Venezuelan woman walks her dog in front of signs reading "No" concerning a referendum on constitutional changes that would allow Chavez to seek re-election without limits

Supporters of Chavez celebrate his victory from the balcony of the Presidential Palace (photos: AFP)

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