“Portrayals of the poor on the cusp of capitalism.”

Reflect on the unique aspects of the reading assignment “Portrayals of the poor on the cusp of capitalism.” Respond to the following questions.

  1. What are your thoughts on this approach to eradicating poverty? Does the end justify the means?
  2. Are all three strategies employed by Heifer International ethically correct? Explain why/why not?
  3. Are there any contradictions between the journal article and material provided in the class textbook? If there is a contradiction, explain why you feel it is a contradiction?
  4. Identify and describe a nonprofit in your city/state that uses any of the three strategies (viz., incongruity, dissoi logoi/kairos, and/or the art of illusion) adopted by Heifer International.