> I think the difference is that the people affected are (also) in developed nations. It's easier to ignore famine and disease that don't affect you. This is a

> I think the difference is that the people affected are (also) in developed nations. It's easier to ignore famine and disease that don't affect you. This is a good observation. We can't the fault the author for stating things from their perspective. The point of view has a big influence on what one sees.