Distinction as the poorest country in the Americas
Constant political unrest
An upcoming presidential election
Extensive recovery efforts from the January 2010 earthquake
But now— right at the exact time when I am traveling to this country— Haiti is dealing with:
A cholera outbreak that has infected 5,000 people and killed 400 people.
Hurricane Tomas threatening to blow winds of 85 mph upon the weakened geography of Haiti.
Seems the ante has been raised on my interest in poverty issues, and on my commitment to obediently pursue a calling to check out Haiti.
up the ante Informal to increase the costs, risks, or considerations involved in taking an action or reaching a conclusion
Thank goodness I’m a gambling woman. You gotta bet big to win big.
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