A Fascinating Comparison of GDP's

This is a fascinating map. It equates the GDP of various countries with that of a US State that has a similar GDP.

There are so many thoughts that come to mind.....

How has a relatively young country like the US managed to leave more established (i.e. older)nations in its economic dust?

What are the major factors contributing to the economic success of the US?

etc. etc.

h/t Carl Stormer