Ladygreek,
I think that it might be beneficial for some to see how folk in public housing actually live. Many have never thought about the conditions. It might bring light to that population. Heck, I didn't know, for example, that the walls and floors are concrete in many places (even though there are numerous small children and babies who live in these developments).
We all know that the problem has been around for a long time but it is *awfully* hard to pretend like you didn't know about it (which many legislators conveniently do) when Oprah is showcasing it.
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Originally posted by ladygreek
Oprah will not be living in poverty.
Living in proverty is as much a lack of hope as it is being financially poor. Oprah will know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel in 30 days. She will know that this is just temporary. She will know that she will have a permanent roof over her head and all the food and clothes she wants. And she will not have to live in fear--she'll have constant bodyguards.
Since she supposedly grew up in poverty, I really don't see the need for this grandstand. She can tackle the issue with her money and influence.
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