Singer proposes a calculation of philanthropic donations from the top 10% of the US population that would more than solve the crisis of global poverty. He bases this conclusion on the principle that one ought to give if one can do so without sacrificing anything of comparable moral significance. Do you agree with Singer? Why or why not? In your answer, discuss the issue of philanthropy versus government aid in resolving global crises.

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The Answer of Singer proposes a calculation of philanthropic donations from the top 10% of the US population that would more than solve the crisis of global poverty. He bases this conclusion on the principle that one ought to give if one can do so without sacrificing anything of comparable moral significance. Do you agree with Singer? Why or why not? In your answer, discuss the issue of philanthropy versus government aid in resolving global crises.

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