Born on Third Base

After reading Born on Third Base, I gained much insight on the current gap between the 1% and 99%. Most people in the United States do not have immense wealth, which already creates segregation between the rich and poor and the lives they lead.  Amongst struggling to live comfortably and have better lives, the underclass watch as the 1% holds the dominance and control of the society we live in. Living with these circumstances is not fair and not the way the world should work. Being the majority but having no control creates frustration and anger towards the wealthy, increasing the space between the classes.  Chuck Collins discusses how the classes need to work together to rid inequality and thus create better lives for everyone. The 99% need to be willing to let go of their emotions and problem solve, while the 1% needs to have empathy and be generous by volunteering their efforts and money to communities in need. Collins leads by example, he grew up in the 1% but donated his inheritance at the age of 26.

I truly appreciated how Chuck Collins can see beyond his own life experiences and can see the bigger picture. Most living with wealth cannot see the perspective of those living in rough conditions, but Collins lives to understand the other side and to contribute to better society. I learned that the only way to reach a solution to inequality is for everyone to work together, despite their financial background. Collins found excellent ways to discuss essential topics with a simplistic take.  I appreciated how Collins can see the light at the end of the tunnel, and inspire others with his positive outlook, and willingness to help the less fortunate. I believe if the 1% and 99% take Collins advice that we can make a difference and move in the right direction.