StoneRoad2013's photos with the keyword: poverty

so, protecting even a non-viable foetus takes precedence over the health of the mother - and no support for children already born into poverty; or those which will now be born needing extra [& expensive !] medical care for the whole of their life ... . Not my image / meme : fair use, comment & public education

Strangly, it has been shown that eating a proper diet with adequate nutrition actually improves educational attainment ... What does the Constitution actually say about the separation of education & the state ? Being force-fed religion at school was a key factor for my choices in later life, based on the proper use of critical thinking skills. . . Not my image / meme : fair use, comment & public education

In my opinion, poverty is a natural consequence of the greed involved in capitalism. Sadly, human factors, especially greed, are reasons why traditional communism doesn't work. However, the halfway house, where society takes care of less fortunate individuals - like for people injured or ill, the education / training for people of any age, homes fit to live in, and utilities are public services not for private profits. Sounds like utopia ? no, just a properly run social society.

The lower vaccinations in the "most deprived areas" could be the result of a number of factors - including not being able to afford the time off to get vaccinated or time off when sick. I hesitate to suggest the presence of conspiracy theorists finding people to be more receptive to such fallacies in these poorer areas, but it is more likely than not to be a factor. . . Not my Image : Fair Use & public information

. . . . Not my Image : Fair Use & public information

And, it still is, despite attempts by trade unionists and others with a social conscience to improve matters.