About this episode
This episode explores the ethical considerations and motivations behind helping those in poverty during an uneven economic recovery in the United States.
Years into an uneven economic recovery throughout the United States, more and more Americans will be relying on the good will of their neighbors. When and how to help people in poverty is an ancient ethical question. But in most cases, there remains a wall between the poor and everyone else. This documentary examines why people decide to offer their time and money to answer the need. To see additional resources and our other programs, please visit humanmedia.org . Humankind specials are heard on NPR and PRX member-stations, in association with GBH Boston.
People in this episode
Host: David Freudberg
Topics covered
- economic recovery
- poverty
- community support
- ethical questions
- social responsibility
Keywords
- economic recovery
- poverty
- community
- ethical questions
- social support
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: NPR, PRX, GBH Boston
Places: United States
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