In “The Singer Solution to World Poverty,” an article that appeared in The New York Times
Magazine, Peter Singer calls attention to the urgent need for food and medicine in many parts of the
world. Singer argues that prosperous people should donate all money not needed for the basic
requirements of life to overseas aid organizations such as UNICEF or Oxfam America. He writes,
“The formula is simple: whatever money you’re spending on luxuries, not necessities, should be
given away.”
For this assignment, compose an essay in which you evaluate the pros and cons of Singer’s
argument. Use appropriate evidence as you examine each side, and indicate which position
you find more persuasive and why?