Book Club Discussion: Poverty, by America

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This month we'll be reading "Poverty, by America", by Matthew Desmond.
From the blurb:

"The United States, the richest country on earth, has more poverty than any other advanced democracy. Why? Why does this land of plenty allow one in every eight of its children to go without basic necessities, permit scores of its citizens to live and die on the streets, and authorize its corporations to pay poverty wages?

In this landmark book, acclaimed sociologist Matthew Desmond draws on history, research, and original reporting to show how affluent Americans knowingly and unknowingly keep poor people poor. Those of us who are financially secure exploit the poor, driving down their wages while forcing them to overpay for housing and access to cash and credit. We prioritize the subsidization of our wealth over the alleviation of poverty, designing a welfare state that gives the most to those who need the least. And we stockpile opportunity in exclusive communities, creating zones of concentrated riches alongside those of concentrated despair. Some lives are made small so that others may grow."

The location will be the home of one of the book club members. Please message myself or one of the other hosts for the address, it's in the Roosevelt Neighborhood in Seattle near the light rail station. You can also text: Nine Zero One, Two Zero Six, Four Six Six Nine and I'll share the address and can also help direct you day of.