Henry George wrote this document during 1879, when the poverty was not certainly happen nor was cause naturally from the application of wealth in land. He wrote during the rime when the United States was becoming the powerhouse. His speech increase widespread thought and believe and challenges that status quo and entire society regarding the economic inequalities when the gilded age and the revolution that is set by rich. Henry George’s speech encourages the poorer community the hope, courage and faith to fight for the better wages and an improved their everyday lifestyle.
This document brings light to several historical themes. In the article, George Henry is express and explains about crime of poverty and its origins to a certain point.