Venezuelan Presidential Candidate Reveals Shocking Economic Reality of State Pension
In a recent interview with journalist Luis Olavarrieta on YouTube, Venezuelan presidential candidate Edmundo González Urrutia shared a startling truth about his own financial situation. After 30 years of service to the Venezuelan State, González confessed that his pension is only enough to buy a hamburger.
“What I receive, after 30 years of service to the State, would be enough for me to eat a hamburger. My monthly retirement would be that,” González revealed during the interview. The Unity candidate expressed deep concern for the economic struggles faced by workers and State employees in Venezuela, particularly amidst the crisis caused by the current administration.
González’s revelation sheds light on the dire economic situation in Venezuela, where the minimum wage, excluding bonuses, sits at a mere 130 bolivars – equivalent to just over three dollars based on the exchange rate. The stark reality highlighted by González underscores the urgent need for economic reform and support for those who have dedicated their lives to serving the country.
As the country prepares for upcoming presidential elections, González’s candid disclosure serves as a powerful reminder of the challenges facing Venezuelans and the critical importance of addressing economic inequality and hardship.