OT: The Dole Brings Out the Worst in People (Introduction)

by David Turell , Saturday, August 13, 2011, 18:14 (4830 days ago) @ xeno6696

Digression over: Had I not received state help, I would never got to where I am today, which is a 31yr old programmer helping to make millions for the insurance industry, studying for his Master's in Computer Science. So I contend the opposite: In some cases, "the Dole" brings out the best in people.-No question from your story, and look at the amazing result, you. A fabulous contributor to this site, an amazing educated person with so many insights in so many areas. But, why do we see so many results that are just the opposite?
Your mother is part of the difference. She help start your education and I'm sure, realized how important stressing education is to children. She might well have learned from her own education (or my guess, lack thereof).