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Originally Posted by Ronin4hire
I would and I do.
I'm just saying giving money to the world's third largest economy (or any developed country) because they had an Earthquake is like giving money to Charlie Sheen because his house burnt down.
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These are not celebrities, they are ordinary people, it doesn't matter if it is developed or not. Even if people do not provide monetary donations, people can volunteer and still help out in other ways... that's the whole point of a charity. People have emotional attachments to this country for whatever reason, which makes them more willing to let go of their money to see it go toward a good purpose. Rather than blowing it on a night out or something.
If you don't feel as though it is worth it, then you don't need to, that's your choice and charity is optional for everyone. People won't judge you on that. But don't try to convince other people that their acts of kindness are wrong.
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Originally Posted by MMM
Who said anything about giving money to the Japanese government?
The money goes to the charity and relief organizations to put people, food, water, and medical supplies on the ground where it is needed.
The International Red Cross is the most reliable route to take if you want to donate.
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Well said.