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==Capitalism and Society==

==Capitalism and Society==

[[Image:Ludwig von Mises.jpg|thumb|100px|Ludwig von Mises]]

[[Image:Ludwig von Mises.jpg|thumb|100px|Ludwig von Mises]]

Historically, capitalism has fostered freedom, and vice versa.  Societies that have tried non-capitalist systems inevitably fall into tyranny.

Historically, capitalism has fostered freedom and an increase in the standard of living and human rights, and vice versa.  Societies that have tried non-capitalist systems inevitably fall into tyranny.

For example, [[Venezuela]], while not a perfect country before [[Hugo Chavez]], had freedom and wealth unprecedented in its history.  As Chavez has nationalized industries, he has also centralized power for himself, becoming a dictator. The [[Soviet Union]] eventually fell under the rule of [[Joseph Stalin]], who killed millions and is considered by many the worst dictator in history.

For example, [[Venezuela]], while not a perfect country before [[Hugo Chavez]], had freedom and wealth unprecedented in its history.  As Chavez has nationalized industries, he has also centralized power for himself, becoming a dictator. The [[Soviet Union]] eventually fell under the rule of [[Joseph Stalin]], who killed millions and is considered by many the worst dictator in history.