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The Pros and Cons of Giving Money to the Poor
12:49 - 25:13 (12:24)
The question of whether or not giving people money actually helps them is a contentious one among economists. While some argue that poor people may not use the money wisely, others believe that lack of resources is a barrier to bettering their lives.
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Researchers followed families who won and those who lost the lottery to see how sudden wealth affected their lives.
12:49 - 17:00 (04:11)
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Researchers followed families who won and those who lost the lottery to see how sudden wealth affected their lives. Surprisingly, the study found that winning the lottery did not significantly impact school attendance rates or future financial success.
ChapterThe Pros and Cons of Giving Money to the Poor
Episode139. Would a Big Bucket of Cash Really Change Your Life?
PodcastFreakonomics Radio
The question of whether giving money to the poor actually helps them is still relevant today.
17:00 - 21:43 (04:43)
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The question of whether giving money to the poor actually helps them is still relevant today. The issue lies in whether the disadvantages present in poor households are due to a lack of resources or a lack of other skills and nurturing from parents.
ChapterThe Pros and Cons of Giving Money to the Poor
Episode139. Would a Big Bucket of Cash Really Change Your Life?
PodcastFreakonomics Radio
The effectiveness of cash transfers in reducing poverty may be limited by the characteristics of the selected population, as some factors may prevent individuals from taking advantage of these opportunities.
21:43 - 25:13 (03:30)
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The effectiveness of cash transfers in reducing poverty may be limited by the characteristics of the selected population, as some factors may prevent individuals from taking advantage of these opportunities. The Georgia land lotteries serve as an example of individuals understanding expected value despite their low socioeconomic status, suggesting that the issue may not be solely related to a lack of money in households.