This exactly. Not to say that poverty isn't a problem, but anyone who actually wants to accomplish something on these issues needs to recognize that a lot of people and organizations benefit from making the problem appear to be as big as possible. Just because what they're trying to do sounds like a good and selfless cause at first doesn't mean that they aren't out for their own self-interest even if it's at the expense of the rich and the poor alike.

> your reading comprehension is subpar and you don't have a grip on reality

Personal attacks are not allowed on Hacker News. Please don't do this. The comment would be fine without the first sentence.

This is why people are supposed to pool together - whether as extended families living under the same roof, or a bunch of friends all pitching in on rent.

Unfortunately, too many people refuse to live like that.

I almost created a new account to upvote you twice.