Poverty is rampant from "summary" of The Road To Wigan Pier by George Orwell
The harsh truth is that poverty is not just a minor issue in our society; it is a widespread and pervasive problem that affects a large portion of the population. In the industrial towns of the North, such as Wigan, poverty is not just an occasional occurrence but a constant and ever-present reality for the working class. The living conditions in these areas are deplorable, with overcrowded and unsanitary housing, lack of access to basic amenities, and widespread unemployment. The people living in these conditions are trapped in a cycle of poverty that is nearly impossible to escape. They are forced to work long hours in dangerous and exhausting jobs for meager wages, leaving them with little time or energy to improve their situation. The lack of education and opportunities further perpetuates their poverty, as they are unable to access better jobs or improve their skills. The poverty in these areas is not just a result of individual laziness or lack of ambit...
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