Letters to the Editor
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Debt is Symptom of Many Things
Some letter writers feel that this piece gives too much voice to those who think struggling Americans are struggling because of bad personal choices. The articles a fluff piece on what is serious topic for many Americans, but it's not an article or intended as an article on trials tribulations of the working poor. Sarah is not htat.
I think we shouldn't confuse issues. Sarah's debt as bad as it might be is not catastrophic. It is a hole she can climb out. debt brought on my medical emergencies and extended job loss are not. To be a critic of overspending does not lead to being unsympathetic to those who struggle with debt because of circumstances out of normal control. To ask for adequate health care, and an economy that provides real wages to to more than just the top 40% does not mean giving a pass on over indulgent behavior.