Aporofobia, el rechazo al pobre de CORTINA, ADELA en pdf

Aporophobia, as defined by Adela Cortina, is the rejection of the poor, a phenomenon that is more prevalent among foreigners or people of another race than among those who are wealthy. Foreigners with means are not seen as a reason for rejection, on the contrary, they are welcomed with enthusiasm as they are expected to contribute to the economy. Those who inspire contempt are the poor, who seem incapable of bringing anything good, whether they are immigrants or political refugees. And yet, there is no social fact that can be denied. Adela Cortina coined the term «aporophobia» based on the Greek word «aporos,» which means poor, to describe this social phenomenon. In addition to defining and contextualizing the term, Adela Cortina explains the predisposition that people have to this fear and suggests ways to overcome it through education, addressing economic inequalities, and promoting a democracy that takes equality seriously and practices cosmopolitan hospitality. Adela Cortina, the winner of the 2014 National Essay Prize, presents Aporophobia, shedding light on one of the most pressing social and political issues of our time.