1776 Patriot Education

“What we do traditionally in helping poor people in neighborhoods is we apply the moral equivalent of a transplant...If someone is unemployed, there’s a program...” Instead, Bob Woodson says, “Let’s look at the remedy that’s closest to the problem.” Do you think this is a good approach to solving problems in poor neighborhoods? Why or why not? What are some remedies that are close to the problem?

“The foundation of any healthy relationship is reciprocity.” What does “reciprocity” mean? Do you agree that it is the foundation of a “healthy relationship?” Why or why not? What does it mean to be “grassroots?” Why is it important for a person’s dignity to be respected in a social service program? Bob Woodson says that it is important to “ennoble” other people in order to help them. What does it mean to “ennoble” someone? Do you agree with this idea? Why or why not?