No. People for centuries had to fend for themselves. Its why we had the Salvation Army, Red Cross, Churches and other places of worship were so popular. The reason is is so bloody difficult today compared to 20+ years ago is the explosion in wealth for a minority. They’re literally making a killing.
Churches were certainly part of the support structure, or the congregations. Neo liberalism has fought to break down the wider support structure for years. The billionaire class is obviously not good, but are you really suggesting that’s a new thing? Kings and nobility have been around for a lot longer than the salvation army.
No. People for centuries had to fend for themselves. Its why we had the Salvation Army, Red Cross, Churches and other places of worship were so popular. The reason is is so bloody difficult today compared to 20+ years ago is the explosion in wealth for a minority. They’re literally making a killing.
Churches were certainly part of the support structure, or the congregations. Neo liberalism has fought to break down the wider support structure for years. The billionaire class is obviously not good, but are you really suggesting that’s a new thing? Kings and nobility have been around for a lot longer than the salvation army.