Life is hard and filled with hard choices. The choices a person makes often have serious repercussions. On Thursday, Ben Jones wrote about the results of a decision he made and the tough situation he faces. I believe he misidentified his problem.

The public assistance structure in this country has numerous flaws. Likewise, homelessness is a tremendous problem. Mr. Jones is in a tough spot, but he put himself there, welfare didn’t.

Mr. Jones made an adult decision that resulted in a pregnancy. I believe that it is time for him to make an adult sacrifice, leave school, get a full-time job and take responsibility for his actions rather than seek our sympathy because American social programs fall short of their goals.

I understand that many people go through hard times. I also understand that people should be held accountable for their actions. All good parents must make sacrifices for their children. It is time for Mr. Jones to make his.

Kevin Fahy

Graduate

Industrial relations