whythawk ratings: measuring effective development

1. Coffee, the miracle of poverty, and other wonders
(Analysis/Analysis)

...iracle; poverty is the real miracle here.  If you consider that, despite the lack of concerts by Bob Geldof, or inspiring calls to action by Oprah Winfrey or Bono, European and US citizens are as...

2. The danger of wanting to believe in the power of good intentions
(Analysis/Analysis)

...roduce tangible benefit for that person. Gifter.org may be wildly successful at raising money.  Bob Geldof with his Live Aid concert in 1985 raised £ 150 million for food sent to NGOs in E...