POVERTY V WEALTH
... The essay “What is Poverty?” by Jo Goodwin Parker, reveals a forceful definition of poverty. She defines poverty with physical and emotional interpretation. Parker states that poverty is getting up every morning from a dirt and illness stained mattress and that poverty is being tired. ... Wealthy people may not encounter the same type of emotional conflicts, however, they presumably feel conceited or egotistic when they are around poor people because of their wealth. ... Having to visit government offices and tell your story of poverty and proving it, eradicates any kind of integrity one would feel towards themselves. ... Pride and honor have a major effect on self-images and bad self-images may lead to less opportunities, which can lead to poverty. Poverty-stricken people do not have much of a future. ... A poor child’s future is most likely not one of wealth. ... “What is Poverty?” by Jo Goodwin Parker provides a detailed definition of poverty and describes the horrible life-style of one family. Citizens in the nation need to change their attitudes about poverty-stricken people and think about the life-style they are forced to live.