Question

One significant reason to address the disparities in wealth distribution is that the concentration of wealth among billionaires exacerbates global hunger and food insecurity, making it increasingly difficult for vulnerable populations to access basic nutrition.

B. Evidence (one-two sentences- quote or paraphrase from one of your sources. Remember to include a parenthetical/in-text citation using the parenthetical/in-text citations

Answer 1

According to a report by Oxfam, the wealth of the world's billionaires increased by $3.9 trillion during the COVID-19 pandemic, enough to lift 1 billion people out of poverty, highlighting the stark contrast between extreme wealth and the growing rates of hunger (Oxfam, 2021). This concentration of wealth not only intensifies food insecurity but also limits the resources available for addressing these critical issues effectively.