Matthew Johnson

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“Yes, we want our money back,” explained the manager. “But at the same time we need collateral. That is our guarantee.” “To me, it doesn’t make sense. The poorest of the poor work twelve hours a day. They need to sell and earn income to eat. They have every reason to pay you back, just to take another loan and live another day! That is the best security you can have—their life.”
Banker to the Poor: Micro-lending and the Battle Against World Poverty
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