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For those who are upset about the "you aren't paying enough" that was said by a UN official... I actually saw him say these words live on Cooper 360.
At the time when he spoke the words the US government had only committed 3 million. They have since stepped up and committed more.
The reason for most of these mutterings is that despite many western countries being at the top of the list for amounts given to humanitarian and relief the relative amount is low for these countries.
The guy pointed out that what % if the GDP that is committed on an annual basis is roughly .02%... He pointed out that traditional tithes would be more in the range of 10%. He felt, like many do, that the west (he never once singeled out the US) can do more to make the world better. I don't know if he was including private donations in those amounts but would assume he wasn't.
Regardless of how you view it... there are a lot of people dead and a lot more who are going to die very soon if help doesn't arrive soon.
If you can, give money. Dropping off blankets, etc. aren't nearly as effective. Money can be spent where it is needed most and does wonders to help stimulate the local economy, that will be reeling after this terrible tragedy.
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- Old Man Luedecke
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