Our view Breaking the cycle of poverty must be the intent of programs for the poor. A conference on poverty was held recently in Grand Island. While talking about issues may prove beneficial, it's time to implement solutions to assist youth who are growing up in poverty. The solution shouldn't require a great amount of governmental funds. Society may need to pay more for goods and services so that living wages can be paid to help families make it on their own.
Poverty is a societal problem.
Much of the United States is experiencing a booming economy, but the distribution of wealth is a factor in the cycle of poverty. While some economies prosper, many people, including a good share in Central Nebraska, are feeling left behind. Children have no control of where and when they were born. Poverty is not their fault, yet they are the ones most punished by the effects of poverty. Children reared in poverty are at risk to become social burdens in the future if we don't break the cycle.