Sunday, September 30, 2007
Mandela's Speech
On Poverty
Like slavery and apartheid, poverty is not natural. It is man-made and it can be overcome and eradicated by the actions of human beings. And overcoming poverty is not a gesture of charity. It is an act of justice. It is the protection of a fundamental human right, the right to dignity and a decent life. While poverty persists, there is no true freedom. The steps that are needed from the developed nations are clear. The first is ensuring trade justice.
The full speech is at The link text
# posted by Lysistrate @ 9/30/2007 12:09:00 PM
If only those who should, could have listened and learned and changed their direction. Men like this show us that balance and respect for each other can be a goal, if we try hard enough against the odds.
