Not necessarily you. But to someone. And another one.
Poverty itself is not considered to be a form of abuse, however, it can lead to situations of abuse and neglect. Poverty can lead to a lack of resources, such as food, housing, and medical care, which can lead to physical and emotional harm. Additionally, poverty can lead to an increased risk of exploitation and violence, as those in poverty may be more vulnerable to exploitation and abuse. Therefore, while poverty itself is not considered abuse, it can lead to situations of abuse and neglect. (oa)
Clear.
“Poverty is the worst form of violence.”
Gandhi
Subtle or not?
AI Created: Artificial Intelligence talking about Usury.
Me: Does poverty equal abuse?
ChatGPT (jan23):
Poverty and abuse are two separate issues, and it is not accurate to say that poverty always equals abuse. However, poverty can increase the risk of abuse and make it more difficult for individuals to escape from abusive situations.
Poverty can lead to increased stress, lack of resources, and lack of social support, all of which can make it more difficult for individuals to protect themselves from abuse. For example, poverty can limit access to education and job opportunities, making it harder for individuals to support themselves and their families financially. This can lead to greater economic dependence on partners, which can make it harder for individuals to leave abusive relationships.
Additionally, poverty can lead to overcrowding and lack of privacy, which can increase the risk of domestic violence and abuse. Furthermore, marginalized communities such as people of color, immigrants, and low-income individuals may be at higher risk of abuse, due to a lack of access to support services and legal protections.
It is important to note that abuse can happen to anyone regardless of their economic status, it’s not exclusive to poor people. It’s important to address poverty and abuse separately and to provide appropriate support and resources to individuals facing these issues.
Me: Does usury cause richness for some, poverty for others?
ChatGPT:
Usury, which is the practice of lending money at an excessively high rate of interest, can have a variety of effects on individuals and societies. While it can certainly lead to the accumulation of wealth for some, it can also contribute to poverty for others.
Usury can lead to the accumulation of wealth for lenders, as they are able to charge high rates of interest on loans and make significant profits. However, for borrowers, especially those who are already living in poverty, high-interest loans can make it difficult to repay the debt, leading to a cycle of debt and poverty. High-interest loans can also lead to the loss of assets such as homes or land, as individuals may be unable to keep up with the payments, which can push them deeper into poverty.
Furthermore, usury can lead to the concentration of wealth in the hands of a small group of people, while the majority of the population remains in poverty. This can exacerbate social and economic inequality and can lead to social unrest.
It’s important to note that, while usury is generally considered to be a harmful practice, different societies and cultures have had different views on it and some religious texts have different opinions about it. It also depends on the context and the laws that regulate it.
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Extra:
-Economic inequality
-Poverty line
-Financial insecurity
-Material deprivation
-Social exclusion
-Income inequality
-Food insecurity
-Housing insecurity
-Lack of resources
-Exploitation
-Violence
Wikipedia:
Affiliate:
List of books:
- “The End of Poverty: Economic Possibilities for Our Time” by Jeffrey D. Sachs (2005)
- “Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City” by Matthew Desmond (2016)
- “Pedagogy of the Oppressed” by Paulo Freire (1968)
- “The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capitalism” by Naomi Klein (2007)
- “The New Jim Crow: Mass Incarceration in the Age of Colorblindness” by Michelle Alexander (2010)
List of documentaries:
- “Poverty, Inc.” directed by Michael Matheson Miller (2014)
- “13th” directed by Ava DuVernay (2016)
- “The True Cost” directed by Andrew Morgan (2015)
- “Inequality for All” directed by Jacob Kornbluth (2013)
- “Poor Kids” directed by Jezza Neumann (2011)
List of movies:
- “Slumdog Millionaire” directed by Danny Boyle (2008)
- “The Pursuit of Happyness” directed by Gabriele Muccino (2006)
- “The Grapes of Wrath” directed by John Ford (1940)
- “City of God” directed by Fernando Meirelles and Kátia Lund (2002)
- “Boyz n the Hood” directed by John Singleton (1991)
List of series:
- “Breaking Bad” created by Vince Gilligan (2008-2013)
- “The Wire” created by David Simon (2002-2008)
- “Ozark” created by Bill Dubuque and Mark Williams (2017-present)
- “Narcos” created by Chris Brancato, Carlo Bernard, and Doug Miro (2015-2017)
- “Orange is the New Black” created by Jenji Kohan (2013-2019)
List of songs:
- “Changes” by 2Pac (1998)
- “What’s Going On” by Marvin Gaye (1971)
- “The Times They Are A-Changin’” by Bob Dylan (1964)
- “Inner City Blues (Make Me Wanna Holler)” by Marvin Gaye (1971)
- “Living for the City” by Stevie Wonder (1973)
List of artworks:
- “Migrant Mother” by Dorothea Lange (1936)
- “The Raft of the Medusa” by Théodore Géricault (1819)
- “Guernica” by Pablo Picasso (1937)
- “The Street” by Diego Rivera (1930)
- “The Third of May 1808” by Francisco Goya (1814)
List of podcasts:
- “The Weeds” by Vox (hosted by Ezra Klein, Sarah Kliff, and Matthew Yglesias)
- “The Daily” by The New York Times (hosted by Michael Barbaro)
- “Freakonomics Radio” (hosted by Stephen Dubner)
- “The Guardian’s Audio Long Reads” (narrated by various)
- “Planet Money” by NPR (hosted by various)
Purpose: to create a usury-aware AI
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