Politics
Since direct elections for Venezuela state governors in 1989, Aragua has been governed by the Movement for Socialism and PODEMOS (1989 - 2008). Since 2008 the governor is Rafael Isea for the United Socialist Party of Venezuela (PSUV).
| Took office | Left office | Governor | vote |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | 1992 | Carlos Tablante, MAS | 50.51 |
| 1992 | 1995 | Carlos Tablante, MAS | 62.73 |
| 1995 | 1998 | Didalco Bolívar Graterol, MAS | 48.93 |
| 1998 | 2000 | Didalco Bolívar Graterol, MAS | 72.44 |
| 2000 | 2004 | Didalco Bolívar Graterol, MAS | 84.54 |
| 2004 | 2008 | Didalco Bolívar Graterol, PODEMOS | 67.70 |
| 2008 | current | Rafael Isea, PSUV | 58.92 |
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