Here’s a reminder of Hugo Chavez before he descended into his well-known authoritarian ways. This video clip showcases him prior to becoming the certifiable dictator we know today. For anyone considering voting for a leftist candidate in the U.S., it’s a cautionary tale.
From his early days, Chavez’s false promises included:
- Lie #1: “No, absolutely nothing. We have no intention to nationalize anything. We want to help with international investment and private businesses.”
- Fast forward, international investments dropped dramatically under his leadership.
- Lie #2: “I cannot judge other governments or leaders of the world from Caracas.”
- Later, Chavez became notorious for publicly condemning other nations.
- Lie #3: “I have a great relationship with private media. We only need one state-run TV station.”
- The eventual reality was a government-controlled media monopoly.
Next time you see Chavez sympathizers, remember this video— a stark contrast between promises and the authoritarian reality that unfolded.
