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A similar pattern arises in Haiti, a nation devastated by the 2010 earthquake. Even prior to this catastrophe, Haiti was the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere. The ensuing response from international aid groups raised questions about accountability and effectiveness. Funds pledged to aid recovery often vanished into oblivion, leading residents to wonder what had changed despite billions being poured into the country. Lowenstein's examinations revealed that the systemic issues Haiti faced—including corruption and poor infrastructure—remained largely unaddressed, as powerful foreign interests pushed their agendas under the guise of aid.