April Book Club

Matthew Desmond’s Poverty, by America is a powerful and eye-opening exploration of why poverty remains so persistent in one of the wealthiest nations in the world. Rather than simply examining those who experience poverty, Desmond shifts the focus to those who benefit from its existence, making a compelling case that poverty is not an accident—it is a choice made by society.

Here’s why this book is a must-read:

✅ Challenges Misconceptions – Desmond dismantles the common myths surrounding poverty, showing how it’s not just about personal choices but about systems that keep people in cycles of struggle.

✅ Reveals Who Profits from Poverty – The book highlights how corporations, landlords, financial institutions, and even the middle class indirectly benefit from low wages, unaffordable housing, and limited social mobility.

✅ Offers Actionable Solutions – Rather than just exposing the problem, Desmond provides thoughtful, practical ways we can all contribute to ending poverty—through policy changes, economic shifts, and…