• finitebanjo@lemmy.world
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    16 hours ago

    Dehydration is a major cause of pediatric illness and death worldwide, some number between 14% and 30% of fatalities in infants and toddlers.

    In the USA it does not even make the top 10, with some number lower than 1.6% according to the CDC.

    You’re actually required by law to provide drinkable water to people who ask in some states, though there is no federal recognition. There are also many programs to assist with heating and cooling for those who cannot afford it.

    You don’t deserve an extra side of fries more than a starving child in Afghanistan. Get over yourself.

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        15 hours ago

        Assume Bill Gates is worth 102,200,000,000 according to Forbes

        That could be split evenly among 340 Million americans as $300 each.

        Can you afford housing and education with an extra $300?

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          15 hours ago

          Not all of us need $300. I don’t and I’m not asking for it. I’m asking for more help for the people that will die or turn to crime because their needs aren’t met.