An ethico-political approach to poverty and inequality: embodying care and corporeal citizenship

Key Points

• The chapter aims to reframe state politics through ethical principles to address poverty and inequality.
• The chapter discusses theoretical frameworks for governance.
• It examines the role of ethical principles in managing public resources.
• It explores the concept of corporeal citizenship in relation to poverty.
• Proposes a rethinking of state roles in South Africa.
• Highlights the importance of care in governance practices.
• Suggests ethical foundations for political action against inequality.