A Posing Argument Analysis

Our world is filled with nations that have total opposite standards of living. Sadly, “more than 80 percent of the world’s population lives in countries where income differentials are widening.” (Poverty Facts and Stats, n.d.) While some lack basic human rights such as access to clean water, others hold great power, resources, and practice a very high standard of human rights. “The poorest 40 percent of the world’s population accounts for 5 percent of global income. The richest 20 percent accounts for three-quarters of world income.” (Poverty Facts and Stats, n.d.) In this paper, I will argue that wealthier nations have a responsibility to the world’s poor, ensuring that all citizens are cared for. To begin this essay, I will consider Thomas Pogge’s cosmopolitan perspective on the matter . Next I will look at David Miller’s perspective on the issue to contrast a posing argument. Finally, I will offer my own personal opinion on the matter, arguing why we do in fact have responsibilities and an obligation to help the world’s poor.

Pogge’s Perspective Thomas Pogge is a moral cosmopolitan author, meaning he supports the dominant view of global justice. This concept promotes equality and respect, …show more content…
The only exception to this is if there is absolutely no possible way for the nation or community to protect the basic rights of it’s own people. This could happen during a natural disaster, such as flooding or an earthquake. This is quite possible and an exception to the fact he believes we have no obligation to help the world’s poor, he claims that is very rare and unlikely to occur. Although rare and through a humanitarian obligation as opposed to a responsibility resulting from justice, even nationalists such as David Miller can find a time when it is in fact our responsibility to help the world’s