Here is another TED talk on how to improve the world. This talk discusses the poorest countries of the world and examines what can be done to improve the lives of people who live there. Interesting food for thought. I have not read Collier’s book, but I have added it to my wish list.
Paul Collier: 4 ways to improve the lives of the “bottom billion”
Around the world right now, one billion people are trapped in poor or failing countries. How can we help them? Economist Paul Collier lays out a bold, compassionate plan for closing the gap between rich and poor.
Paul Collier’s book The Bottom Billion shows what is happening to the poorest people in the world, and offers ideas for opening up opportunities to all
I was listening to a radio show last week, and they made a funny but true comment. The US needs to export FUN! All these countries in the deserts need dune buggies. Why not build an amusement park in Africa? (I realize the absurdity but it’s worth a second thought)