Category: poverty
The world is not flat
02
May
By Christian Ryan Maboloc Thomas Friedman is wrong to say in his celebrated book, “The World is Flat,” that the world is always within one’s reach, or just a click away with the use of a mouse. Think, for instance, … Continue reading
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Why Fighting Corruption Is Not Enough
26
Mar
By Walden Bello After nine years of witnessing increasing poverty among the masses and spiraling corruption in high places, it is understandable that Filipinos see a strong correlation between corruption and poverty. And the judgment of many is probably correct … Continue reading