Poverty: Missed Opportunities or Failure to Work Hard?

Poverty is general scarcity, dearth, or the state of one who lacks a certain amount of material possessions or money.[1] It is a multifaceted concept, which includes social, economic, and political elements.[2] Poverty may be defined as either absolute or relative. Absolute poverty or destitution refers to the lack of means necessary to meet basic needs such as food, clothing and shelter.[3] Relative poverty takes into consideration individual social and economic status compared to the rest of society.

Among all Americans, 44 percent said they think poor people are poor mostly because of a lack of opportunities, while only 30 percent said it’s mostly because of their individual failings.  What
do you think?

Join me on April 25, 2016 @6:30 p.m. when I examine views about poverty and how they impact the lives of families and particularly our children.  The call-in number is 713-955-0734.