A few years ago, I tried to help out a family member who was having trouble, alternating between renting and homelessness. He had a job, and I told him I’d help him with his finances. When we met up, he was wearing a new pair of Jordans. When I delved into his spending, I found he was renting all his furniture, his TV, and a video game system from Rent-A-Center. He ate fast food every day. I explained to him why that was such a bad idea. I told him how I get most of my furniture from Goodwill and garage sales. Told him rich people don’t wear new Jordans. I even showed him how much his money would be worth in 30 years if he invested the money he was giving to Rent-A-Center. His response? “Sorry, I need nice furniture and I need to look good.” These are the people blaming the rich for their problems.

Small quibble, Chinese factory workers get catered meals of le yummy Chinese food that we're expected to pay $28 for. They can also afford to buy new cars

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Your profile says, “Wife, Catholic & Mother.” Your version of Catholicism is clearly incompatible with mine - the one found in the CCC. You don’t know my heart. You don’t know me. I invite you to consider the sacrament of reconciliation, in which I have found great solace. But that is up to you - but I sure would if I was in your shoes. Shame on you, Julie.