Librarians, Keepers of the Liberty

[somerfrost]

Originally Posted by Seattleallstar

I havent read much of the posts, but all I have to say is that no one person in America cant say they dont have a chance or were given the opportunities. Thats just straight up BS

I wish I could relate the life story of someone I know...but I can't for obvious reasons. Here's the thing...some kids are born addicted to drugs, some with severe brain damage, some with other tramatic physiological disorders; many of these same kids don't have what most here probably did (I know I did)...a stable and SAFE home environment with two loving parents. Some are physically abused, some sexually abused...many don't see a day go by where they don't witness, often experience first-hand, violence and crime. They grow up without adult guidance and love...they are taught by the streets and the lessons they learn are hate, greed, and self gratification at the expense of anyone weaker than them. By the time they reach their teens, their soul has been blackened and their view of the world is simple...screw the next guy before he screws you! They are poor, hungry, and worst of all...without hope or compassion! They feel helpless to impact their world...and they are right!! Equal opportunity??? That's useless rhetoric from well-to-do folks who want to feel good about living in their comfortable homes...the reality is that many kids never have a chance...NEVER!!!!!