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Economic exclusion

Nature

Income distribution at the international and national levels is closely bound up with the processes of exclusion, poverty and discrimination. Exclusion is a concept that according to many authors would appear to accompany the new stage of globalization.

Incidence

A territorial exclusion occurs in the first place. Although there are parts of the world that are integrating into the new globalized situation, there are also many other regions and parts of the world that are excluded, that is, whose level of integration is decreasing in this new phase of world capitalist development. Secondly, the same process is occurring within each country, where regions that were formerly adequately integrated with the rest of society are being subjected by these new processes to a downward spiral towards exclusion. Thirdly, exclusion is occurring at the level of social groups discriminated against, especially for reasons of gender, ethnic origin or race. Within societies there are social groups that find themselves excluded and in which income differentiation implies a gradual disintegration of the ties by which they were bound to the rest of society. There are minority groups and indigenous peoples for whom the processes of globalization have led to severely accentuated phenomena of exclusion.

Claim

Economic exclusion is a critical issue that perpetuates inequality and stifles societal progress. It denies individuals access to essential resources, opportunities, and financial stability, trapping entire communities in cycles of poverty. This systemic injustice not only harms those directly affected but also undermines economic growth and social cohesion. We must confront and dismantle the barriers that fuel economic exclusion, ensuring that every person has the chance to thrive and contribute to a more equitable society.This information has been generated by artificial intelligence.

Counter-claim

Economic exclusion is often overstated; it’s a convenient scapegoat for broader societal issues. Many individuals face challenges due to personal choices rather than systemic barriers. The focus should be on personal responsibility and self-improvement rather than blaming external factors. Society thrives on competition, and not everyone can succeed equally. Instead of fixating on economic exclusion, we should encourage resilience and innovation, fostering an environment where individuals can rise based on merit, not victimhood.This information has been generated by artificial intelligence.

Broader

Exclusion
Unpresentable

Narrower

Aggravates

Rebellion
Presentable
Ethnic prejudice
Unpresentable

Aggravated by

Unemployment
Excellent
Rural poverty
Excellent

SDG

Sustainable Development Goal #1: No PovertySustainable Development Goal #8: Decent Work and Economic GrowthSustainable Development Goal #10: Reduced Inequality

Metadata

Database
World problems
Type
(C) Cross-sectoral problems
Biological classification
N/A
Subject
  • Economics » Economic
  • Societal problems » Deprivation
  • Content quality
    Presentable
     Presentable
    Language
    English
    1A4N
    J5883
    DOCID
    12058830
    D7NID
    141726
    Last update
    Oct 4, 2020