Desmond, Matthew

Poverty, by America

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ISBN 13:: 9780141998794
author:: Desmond, Matthew
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Penguin Books Ltd
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2024
Pages:: 304
Dimensions:: 19.7 x 12.9 x 1.6 centimetres (0
Genre:: Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Race Relations,
Condition:: New
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The United States is one of the richest countries in the world, yet it struggles with poverty. In this searing study, Matthew Desmond examines American poverty today and the stories we tell ourselves about it. Desmond argues that poverty does not result from a lack of resources or good policy ideas, but rather from our failure to look out for one another. He explores how social isolation, mass incarceration, housing crises, domestic violence, and other issues intersect to create widespread scarcity. The author contends that both liberals and conservatives often abdicate responsibility when it comes to poverty, instead blaming personal failings or structural issues. Ultimately, Desmond believes that poverty must be met by community. By recognizing our shared humanity and the interconnectedness of our struggles, we can work towards a more equitable society.

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