As such, millions of people in this country are impoverished socially, politically, and economically. This broader perspective reflects the true dimensions of poverty. Because discussions of poverty over the last decade have primarily been concerned with the extent of financial need of some members of society, important discourse has been missing. Social scientists must expand the realm of poverty research and discourse in order to truly evaluate all the factors which contribute to the well-being of society. There are numerous forms of poverty, including social and political dimensions.
Social poverty includes the lack of educational opportunity and the lack of access to healthcare.
Political poverty exists where civil rights are denied and political power rests in the hands of a few people. Even economic poverty is broader than lack of finances. It includes a lack of employment opportunities and uneven distribution of resources. There are several reasons. First is the driving force of capitalism.