Countless similarities have been drawn to the potential obstacles Japan will face in the near future and what Haiti went through only a few years ago. The unimaginable devastation, both in terms of loss of life as well as in general infrastructure is mind blowing. In this photojournalistic account, we can see first hand the grave state of both nations. However, there is a difference. Haiti is still in turmoil, and for many people the devastation left will be a reality for the remainder of their lives. The same will not be the case for Japan. Though Japan has far greater issues to deal with, such as radiation, there is a real chance, and real probability that eventually Japan will fully recover. The difference? Economics. Prior to the earthquake Japan had a thriving economy with a bright future. Because of that base, Japan will be able to overcome. Haiti, however, did not have that opportunity. After viewing these moving pictures, I for one, will be interested to see a comparison in another 10 years, another 15 years. Surely Japan will be on the up and up, Haiti, however, is sure to look the same. Regardless of where one stands on the issue of foreign aid, whether in terms of knowledge or monetary assistance, I think it is safe to say that the varying outcomes of these two remarkably similar situations is beyond disturbing and should produce a catalyst for reevaluating how the international body deals with natural disasters.
megan smith
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