The Big Truck That Went By: How the World Came to Save Haiti and Left Behind a Disaster

In Chapter 2, Katz explores Haiti's colonial history. How is that history relevant to Haiti today, and how does it contribute to the country's systemic problems?

Katz acknowledges that political corruption in Haiti is real, but he also suggests that foreign interference may be partly to blame. In what ways do outside interventions contribute to the weakness of the Haitian government? How does that weakness leave the door open for corruption?

Describe the concept of paternalism. How has it informed foreign governments' relationship with Haiti, and how has it hobbled the country's attempts at self-sufficiency?