Surrounded by Tragedy, Venezuelans Are Laughing Like Crazy
Gallows humor when the daily grind is so difficult and the future so bleak that crying is the only other option.
A comedian performs at El Teatro Bar in Caracas.
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Editor’s Note: There are few places as chaotic or dangerous as Venezuela. “Life in Caracas” is a series of short stories that seeks to capture the surreal quality of living in a land in total disarray
He knew this one was going to get laughs. “Raise your hands if you’re only in here because the power is on.”