Poverty

Toxic Forces Behind Poverty

How Dark Money Can Elect Politician’s and Shape USA

The same questions asked by the US Congresswoman apply to Australia given the powerful influence of US interests here and the fact Australia is trending to follow the US model.

I found this Congresswoman by chance when I noticed a misogynist and ageism response to her speech, it inspired me to investigate her.  I… Continue reading

The Cost of Privilege Takes from the Poor to Give to the Rich

Perhaps Robin Hood returns.  I actually have visited Nottingham where Sherwood Forest is now a reserve. This problem is embedded in human greed, I do not believe it was evident in tribal societies, that were typically egalitarian.  Inequality is arising from the structure of the system and the philosophical belief in serving self… Continue reading

How Fair is Political/Employer Influence in the Fair Work Commission?

Can We End Poverty? Is it About Crazy Little thing Called Love!

This is footage from the Live Aid concert organised by Bob Geldof to end poverty in Africa.  It was to unite the world under a common purpose.  It was to use music to inspire participation and focus on this cause that need not be if we shared.  Of course the concert did… Continue reading

Mohandas Gandhi

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”

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