Tell me and I forget. Teach me and I remember. Involve me and I learn. Benjamin Franklin

Thursday, September 24, 2015

The Truth About Chávez Bernie Sanders is wrong — Hugo Chávez was no dictator.

by Gabriel Hetland

jacobinmag.com - /2015/09

Dear Bernie, 
Like millions of Americans, I’ve been watching your campaign with growing excitement. You’re spot on about the pernicious effects of rising inequality and absolutely correct that the United States now resembles an oligarchy more than a democracy. I applaud your willingness to directly and repeatedly denounce the billionaire class that runs this country. And I wholeheartedly support your call for universal health care.  It’s been a joy to watch you make Hillary Clinton squirm as your poll numbers rise. I smile every time I imagine the possibility of a self-described socialist calling for a political revolution winning the Democratic nomination. I’m encouraged that you have made fighting racism a priority in your campaign, alongside the rest of your progressive agenda.

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