MagTalk | The Hidden Blueprint: How Global Systems Keep Nations Poor

2025-10-22

We often think of poverty as a local problem. But what if the biggest obstacles are invisible rules written into the global system? Imagine a race where some runners are forced to start a mile behind everyone else. That's the legacy of colonialism. Imagine a market where your biggest competitor gets billions from their government, making it impossible to compete. That's the reality of agricultural subsidies. Our latest article explores the "blueprint of scarcity"—the historical and economic s...

We often think of poverty as a local problem. But what if the biggest obstacles are invisible rules written into the global system?

Imagine a race where some runners are forced to start a mile behind everyone else. That's the legacy of colonialism. Imagine a market where your biggest competitor gets billions from their government, making it impossible to compete. That's the reality of agricultural subsidies.

Our latest article explores the "blueprint of scarcity"—the historical and economic systems that can trap entire nations in a cycle of poverty. This isn't about blame; it's about understanding the design of the board itself. Read the full story here: https://englishpluspodcast.com/the-hidden-blueprint-how-global-systems-keep-nations-poor/

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