Când generozitatea financiară nu ajută. Lecția Veneției

The article discusses how financial generosity can perpetuate social inequality, using Venice as a historical example. Despite charitable donations aiding the poor, the wealth gap widened, maintaining the power of the elite. Alfani argues that while generosity may stabilize society, it also reinforces dependency, hindering social mobility. The reliance on voluntary contributions from the wealthy raises questions about who decides the allocation of resources and the long-term effects on beneficiaries. Ultimately, a truly equitable society requires empowering individuals to transcend dependency, rather than relying solely on charity.