In abrupt shift, Chavez seeks to attract Venezuelan middle class, small business

CARACAS, Venezuela ? Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez made an abrupt political shift Friday, urging his socialist movement to reach out to the middle class and small business owners.

Chavez, whose signature red shirts have long been a symbol of his radicalism, also suggested his allies ought to be more moderate in their wardrobes.

?Why do we have to go around all the time wearing a red shirt?? Chavez asked in a telephone call broadcast on state television.

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