What's Not to Love about Socialism? | Franklin Camargo

What's Not to Love about Socialism? | Franklin Camargo

Author: PragerU March 31, 2025 Duration: 6:27
Who says socialism doesn’t work? Just look at Venezuela—free healthcare, low emissions, no illegal immigration, no income gap, no obesity crisis. But what’s the real cost? In this PragerU 5-Minute Video, Venezuelan native Franklin Camargo shares firsthand insight into life under socialism. He exposes the harsh realities behind the promises—poverty, corruption, food shortages, and government control—and explains why Venezuela is a warning for anyone who thinks socialism leads to prosperity. Get all our content ad-free on PragerU.com or download the PragerU app: https://l.prageru.com/45GvWlu Follow PragerU on social media: YouTube Instagram X/Twitter Facebook Rumble Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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