SURVIVOR'S GUIDE - Times of Crists - The Philippines Fights Back

The video discusses the impact of global unemployment and hunger, focusing on the Philippines. It highlights the struggles of workers in Cavite and the advocacy for universal social security. Health initiatives in San Isidro are presented as a model for combating poverty. The video debates the feasibility of social security in emerging Asian economies and explores the future of social protection in the region.

What is a major consequence of unemployment in poorer countries without social security?

• Improved infrastructure

• Increased tourism

• Starvation for families

• Higher education rates

Who are Genelyn Mercado and Juna Avina?

• Business leaders opposing social security

• Politicians in the Philippines

• Economists advocating for social security

• Factory workers affected by the economic slump

What percentage of the world's population has no safety net at all?

• 30%

• 20%

• 70%

• 50%

What did the Philippines introduce for the poorest families during the Western economic crash?

• Tax cuts

• Free education

• Hardship payments

• Universal basic income

What was Sonia Lorenzo's primary focus to combat poverty in San Isidro?

• Improving education

• Enhancing health care

• Increasing tourism

• Building infrastructure

What is the role of PhilHealth in San Isidro?

• To offer health insurance

• To build infrastructure

• To promote tourism

• To provide free education

What is a concern of opponents regarding universal social security?

• It reduces government debt

• It promotes economic growth

• It encourages personal responsibility

• It may lead to increased laziness

What is the main disadvantage of universal social security according to its opponents?

• It increases personal responsibility

• It corrupts the philosophy of self-reliance

• It reduces government spending

• It enhances economic growth

What is the proposed starting point for social security spending in the Philippines?

• 6% of GDP

• 30% of GDP

• 3.3% of GDP

• 10% of GDP

What is the main argument of advocates for social security?

• It is a basic human right

• It should be limited to the wealthy

• It should be abolished

• It is unnecessary in developing countries