I do think that we can help end the high levels of poverty in the state, but I think it is ironically a little elitist for people to think that elites can eradicate poverty. Poor people have a role to play too. Again, not knocking the work of University Fellows, but do think it is important for local communities to take greater responsibility for their lot. The various communities in Alabama, White and Black, rich and poor need to more strongly value education and intellectual endeavor. Of course, if you have nothing, then you probably don’t have time to ponder philosophy, etc. Perhaps if they can help change this aspect of culture in the state, then they can help eradicate the high levels of poverty.