David Friedberg

And before we wrap, Maria Karina, I'd love to just ask you an important question, which is we are seeing a rise of interest in socialism that's unprecedented in the history of the United States.

And before we wrap, Maria Karina, I'd love to just ask you an important question, which is we are seeing a rise of interest in socialism that's unprecedented in the history of the United States.

largely fueled by what some would argue is a challenging income growth situation, student loan debt.

largely fueled by what some would argue is a challenging income growth situation, student loan debt.

I mean, it's a very different situation than Venezuela.

I mean, it's a very different situation than Venezuela.

But many middle class American children are finding themselves unable to progress.

But many middle class American children are finding themselves unable to progress.

Like every generation before them in US history, they cannot seem to create a better lives for themselves than their parents.

Like every generation before them in US history, they cannot seem to create a better lives for themselves than their parents.

And as a result, we are seeing in cities like New York, Zoran Mamdani being the favorite to become mayor and presidential candidates being discussed that maybe also have a socialist agenda and socialist interest.

And as a result, we are seeing in cities like New York, Zoran Mamdani being the favorite to become mayor and presidential candidates being discussed that maybe also have a socialist agenda and socialist interest.

I wanna give you an opportunity to speak to the youth of America

I wanna give you an opportunity to speak to the youth of America

about the lessons learned with what Venezuela has gone through with its socialist cycle here, and maybe something that you could share that could help them think a little bit more differently about the choices ahead for the American democracy.

about the lessons learned with what Venezuela has gone through with its socialist cycle here, and maybe something that you could share that could help them think a little bit more differently about the choices ahead for the American democracy.

Maria Karina, courage is speaking truth to power.

Maria Karina, courage is speaking truth to power.

I cannot think of a more powerful regime to speak truth to.

I cannot think of a more powerful regime to speak truth to.