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Venezuela’s Earthquakes Show Wealth Divide, Even in Death

NYT > World News·July 24, 2026
Venezuela’s Earthquakes Show Wealth Divide, Even in Death

Venezuela's recent earthquakes have exposed the country's deep-seated wealth divide, with even the deceased being treated differently based on their socioeconomic status. The unequal distribution of resources and access to basic services has been highlighted in the aftermath of the disaster. Those from wealthier backgrounds have been able to afford proper funerals and burials, while the poor have been left to struggle with limited options. The contrast in treatment of the dead has underscored the stark inequalities that persist in Venezuelan society.

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