The breakup of the family unit. Govt has usurped the role of the father figure.

Single moms are the norm and indeed are celebrated as somehow heroic. Being a single mom certainly isn't a crime, but in my opinion it isn't something to aspire to either.

Getting yourself out of poverty isn't impossible. I saw a formula years ago the author was insistent would work IF followed in order.

1. Get an education.
2. Get a job.
3. Find a spouse.
4. Have children.

For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: "If a man will not work, he shall not eat."

2 Thessalonians 3:10