If raising the consciousness of an individual or community is useless, then sure.
I agree with you wholeheartedly about the job issue. Though surely vocational programs, continued education and apprenticeships in the trades fall under "Education", right? Access to jobs can be blocked many different factors - be it personal or local/national/global limitations. But everyone benefits from an educated individual.
@Hunter Morrow - I used to wonder the same things while I was out and about...though I didn't necessarily enjoy the sense of superiority I was cultivating. It drove a wedge between me and the public. I just found that it is easier for me to empathize with motherfuckers, you know? It makes my day easier. Maybe I'm just a dirty hippie at this point. That reminds me - I gotta jump in the shower.
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