This is article was written by Cara in support of Blog Action Day 2008

Ok, so i admit it. This whole economy thing is really freaking me out. I worry if I have enough money and what might happen to me. I am not bad off or anything, but I always look around at other Americans and think I am pretty poor – or at least – definitely NOT rich. However, today I just found out something incredible. I am – literally – one of the richest people in the whole world…. and so are you.

First of all, go to this website, pick US dollars, and type in your yearly salary and it will tell you on the far right how rich you are compared to the rest of the world. It’s crazy!

Ok, if that didn’t quite make sense, check out this 1 minute video. It explains the whole thing with a visual. Don’t worry, its just an interesting animation. There are no scary or sad pictures, which I know some of you have a hard time with. I promise.

For me, this really puts things in perspective. And I usually kind of hesitate to give money to the needy, because I am not that rich myself, right? But actually since I just found out that I am one of the richest in the world, I guess it’s up to me to share. Its pretty convicting, but also amazing.

So, for the rest of you, fellow richest people in the world, I challenge you today to give with me to those who really need us. Give anywhere you want, but here is an option if you need one. Scroll down to the right to find all the different one-time needs.

Other Interesting Statistics:
-1 out of every 2 people – HALF – live on less than $2.50 per day.
-1 out of every 4 people – don’t have electricity
-The amount of money it would take to provide food, water, health, and education for those who dont have it is the SAME amount of money spent on cigarettes in Europe alone.