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As free market capitalism has grown, global inequality has fallen. Yes, the rich are getting richer, but the poor are getting richer faster.

The most rapid declines in poverty are happening in countries that are adopting free trade policies.

The expansion of the free market has helped slash the percentage of those living in extreme poverty from 35% to 10% in 25 years.

Since it adopted more capitalistic policies starting in 1979, China's economy has enjoyed an average of 9.5% growth annually.

Capitalism is not about greed. It's about incentivizing people to match their skills to their goals and create earned success.

While free trade-embracing Colombia's capitalistic economy has grown, protectionist Venezuela's socialist economy has collapsed.

Capitalism caters more to the masses than the economic elite, making things increasingly more affordable for more people.

As Vietnam has embraced free trade, its economy has pulled ahead of protectionist Laos.

Opposing capitalism isn't standing up for poor people, it's standing in the way of the best way to attain a better lifestyle. 

The expansion of free trade, property rights, and entrepreneurship around the world helped millions pull themselves out of poverty.  

A desire for wealth is a part of the human condition. In capitalism, the way to succeed and grow wealth is to offer a service to others.

Myth: Capitalism is plundering developing countries. Reality: Countries that embrace capitalism see dramatic economic improvement.