Fighting Global Illiteracy

Houston Chronicle by DorisH | Jan. 29, 2009 (Opinion)

According to this International Reading Association 2007 study "The relationship of illiteracy and poverty is undeniable." Here are just a few facts culled from The International Reading Association.
• The per capita income in countries with a literacy rate less than 55% averages about $600.
• Teaching mothers to read can lead to a decrease in infant mortality of up to 50%.
• 98% of all non-literates live in developing countries.
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by Kate Devereaux - Apr. 28, 2009

Although I support the journalist's views, she relies on her readers to 1) be able to read her article on illiteracy and 2) understand her Harry Potter references. I applaud her idealism for it would be wonderful to solve global illiteracy with love.... but in reality, her conclusion is... sort of a let down.