I certainly don't have all the answers when it comes to poverty, areas of crime, unemployment, justice, and blight. These conditions affect many areas of America not just inner city regions. Yes, we hear the call of the inner cities but that is just a part of a larger issue.
I believe we have neglected to address the ills of our fellow Americans on a societal basis. I do believe we are all responsible for our own condition but when people are exposed to and suffer from various ills such as those above why wouldn't we in good conscience want to help as many of us do?
The fact of the matter is this...our SNAP programs, charitable foundations and numerous other agencies do blunt the effects of poverty, unemployment, a lack of nutritious food and more. The real issue isn't the good work of these groups; rather, whether our system of government and the organization of our society is set up in a way that makes it difficult for many to get out from under various hardships.
From my vantage point, things can be altered that would allow our fellow Americans to flourish.
Dick
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