global poverty

As interfaith leaders, we are united to protect foreign assistance

By David Saperstein, Anwar Khan, and Eugene Cho — December 13, 2023
(RNS) — When so many foundational principles are under attack, we must retain our core character of generosity and compassion.

We are defeating global poverty. Congress could set us back.

By David Beckmann — September 25, 2023
(RNS) — Far-right Republicans are insisting on deep cuts in domestic and international poverty programs — though we have ample evidence both are working.

Peter Singer on why we don’t help the global poor and why we should

By Charles C. Camosy — December 5, 2019
(RNS) — 'To live an ethical life it's not enough to refrain from lying, stealing or killing,' says the renowned bioethicist. 'We have to assist people who lack the necessities they need to survive.'

Survey: Most Americans say fighting global poverty is futile

By Cathy Lynn Grossman — April 29, 2014
(RNS) Observant Christians are concerned about global extreme poverty but skeptical that it can be ended in the next 25 years.
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