Far too frequently, they must contend with substandard equipment and facilities in their pursuit of exercise and relaxation. The government must undertake a nation-wide program of establishing recreational equity. Since the members of this minority can rarely afford the types of entertainment opportunities of the powerful elite in our society, they must be afforded free and open access to new facilities in state-run parks and other such arenas. Physical health and exercise are vitally important in maintaining a citizenry's abilities to operate as fully functional human beings. This minority too often makes poor nutritional choices due to lesser levels of achieved education.
Obesity is a growing problem among the members.
The food industry is heedless of the impact of their appeals and continues to push high calorie, high fat food choices upon this unfortunate minority. The government must prohibit the fast food and junk food companies from singling out these people. If necessary, special taxes must be imposed to discourage over-consumption of unhealthy food items. Failing this, outright bans of the offending items must be seriously considered. This minority does not receive a fair and equitable share of the nation's economic resources.