Venezuela used to be wealthier than Poland.

Amazing chart, Venezuela used to be wealthier than Poland. Poland introduced capitalism & free market principles, Venezuela followed socialism.

Capitalism makes people wealthier, socialism always ends in bitter poverty and misery. Why are young people so fascinated by socialism? pic.twitter.com/J4qcLO17CV

— Michael A. Arouet (@MichaelAArouet) May 10, 2025