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Under the Affluence

Shaming the Poor, Praising the Rich and Sacrificing the Future of America (City Lights Open Media)

Tim Wise

This book, written by an esteemed public intellectual, explores the issue of economic inequality and the demonization of the poor in America. Drawing on social scientific research and personal experience, the author argues that the so-called "culture of poverty" is a myth and instead points to a culture of predatory affluence as the root of our economic and social crises. With passion and eloquence, he calls for greater compassion, fairness, and economic justice in our society. This book offers a necessary and urgent call to action for all who care about the well-being of our most vulnerable citizens.
Publish Date
2015-10-13T00:00:00.000Z
2015-10-13T00:00:00.000Z
Goodreads Rating
4.07
ISBN
9780872866935
Recommendations
1
Recommendations
2016-12-12T19:41:23.000Z
"Under The Affluence" by @timjacobwise is 1 of the most important books I've read. Essential to understanding the economic issues of the U.S      source