One of my co-workers just told me (we were talking about the aftermath of Katrina) that "Most people who are poor are poor because they're stupid and/or made bad choices."
I couldn't even argue with him. What could I say? I know what I wanted to say, but it wouldn't change his mind.
10:43 AM
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People like that drive me crazy! They think they have the whole world figured out! Slap him!!! :)
Yep, they chose their parents incorrectly. Stupid, stupid mistake... /head-desk/
Posted by Dreadmouse at September 7, 2005 10:51 AM
I...what? Bad choices? What, to be born black? To have grown up in a depressed economy or a run-down neighborhood with poor public schools? I mean really.
Yes, some things are in your control and some people of limited means did make choices that contributed to their current lifestyle, but to make a sweeping statement about millions of people (12.7 percent of the American population is poor, up 1.1 million in 2 years) is the height of arrogance and stupidity. And you could tell your co-worker I said so, if you were so inclined. Hmmph!
Posted by Jennaratrix at September 8, 2005 06:19 PM
Oh man. There is nothing you can say to a person like that. Argh!
