us Christ, who fed and loved the poor. Aiding the poor can be seen secularly as a moral obligation as well when one considers the golden rule. If everyone followed the golden rule and considered the poverty stricken individuals' emotions, they would be following a moral obligation to aid the poor. Contradicting the moral standards of "aiding" the poor are the possible negative consequences that could arise from an increased living standard around the world. Authors such as Hardin express concerns including population growth, property rights, and land overuse. However, Singer combats these views with facts on past financial aid to poverty stricken countries and the differences between rights and moral obligations. Setting these negative arguments aside, authors Kevin M. Morison and David Weiner in, "Declining Aid Spending Harms U.S. Interests," documented that the United States has encouraged the positive movement to democracy in 36 nations in the last ten years. The authors further discuss the importance of financial aid to the United States as globalization places new hurdles for America to face and new challenges to overcome. In fact, the previous arguments, including population growth and land overuse are certainly global in nature and will require the cooperation of nations around the world. The wealthy nations have an obligation to aid those in need, but it will take a cooperative effort to alleviate suffering worldwide. The methods in which the wealthy nations aid the poor should also be considered. Medical attention is not the only way that wealthy nations can become involved in the alleviation of suffering in poor nations. By providing technological methods and equipment to aid in the production of food, for example, a nation can become more self-sufficient and independent.It is necessary to consider both positions in the decision of foreign aid. Should nations have to share their fortunes with those that are needy? ...
