Is the world of "Harrison Bergeron" a possible reality? Does the Government have the potential to do more harm than good? Can we create a society where all citizens are free, equal, and have control of their own destinies? These are questions that have been haunting me recently. Before coming to work at Asa Clark, I was an AmeriCorps volunteer with Milwaukee Public Schools. Let me tell you, there is quite a bit of inequality in Milwaukee. We have the 4th highest poverty rate in the nation. We have over 2,000 habitually homeless people. We have approximately a 27% unemployment rate. When I learned about all of these realities, I was shocked. I had no idea that the distribution of resources was so disparate in the city. Here I was trying to help, but, sometimes, it felt like I wouldn't ever be able to make a difference.
Nonetheless, I cannot forget why I decided to become a teacher. I believe that educating yourself is the best way to allow for choice in life. Knowledge is power. The more educated you are, the more doors are open to you and the better your decision making abilities will be.
Education is the key to equality...
To be continued...
Very true!!!!!!!!
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