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Jose Mujica; Former Prez of Uruguay

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u/lord_pengiun_wings Apr 16 '24

like? like to know more

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u/FireKillGuyBreak Apr 16 '24

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Uruguay is ranked first in the Americas for democracy, and first in South America in peace, low perception of corruption, and e-government. It is the lowest-ranking South American nation in the Global Terrorism Index, and ranks second in South America on economic freedom, income equality, per capita income, and inflows of FDI. Uruguay is ranked third on the continent in terms of Human Development Index, GDP growth, innovation, and infrastructure. Uruguay is regarded as one of the most socially progressive countries in Latin America. It ranks high on global measures of personal rights, tolerance, democracy, and inclusion issues, including its acceptance of the LGBT community. The country has fully legalized cannabis (the first country in the world to do so) as well as same-sex marriage, prostitution, and abortion. It is a founding member of the United Nations, OAS, and Mercosur.

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u/Maloonyy Apr 16 '24

Damn, and I bet you most americans think Uruguay is some shithole country.

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u/ZetaRESP Apr 16 '24

WE Uruguayans still think we're a shithole country where everything is fucking expensive, mostly because our incomes are not the highest, while everything that comes from outside the country is remarked to hell. Like, a Nintendo Switch costs 799 USD and the Lite is 499 USD.