A review by jessica_lam
Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond

informative inspiring

4.0

A galvanizing read on poverty perpetuated in the wealthiest nation on the planet. While it's true that the unfettered explosion of corporations perpetuates a majority of societal ills - environmental pollution, poverty, etc., Desmond has no interest in letting you or me off the hook as easily as that talking point has done in the past few years. Desmond uses historical precedence to highlight the failures of today's government and personal choices - what we allow to happen in the name of personal gain while espousing ideals taught in upper and middle class institutions. The concept of poverty abolition is a noble one, but requires sacrifice for the greater good, which ultimately leads back to personal gains. A compelling read from a man who's clearly passionate about the subject. I don't think many of us who picks it up will be shocked by any of the facts and ideas laid out, but the real question is how many of us will actually follow through?