Obedverty
Obedverty is a term that has emerged in recent discussions surrounding economic and social well-being. It describes a state of being where individuals or groups possess sufficient resources to meet their basic needs, such as food, shelter, and healthcare, but lack the discretionary income or opportunities to significantly improve their quality of life or achieve upward mobility. This condition is distinct from outright poverty, which is characterized by a severe lack of essential resources. Instead, obedverty suggests a level of subsistence that, while preventing destitution, also inhibits progress and long-term security.
The concept of obedverty highlights the challenges faced by those who are not impoverished but also not
Understanding obedverty is important for policymakers and social commentators because it points to a segment of