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What Makes A Disease?

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A disease is a particular quality, habit, or disposition regarded as adversely affecting a person or group of people. And let me tell you, there is a disease that plagues our nation. One that has yet to be cured, one that possibly has not even been attempted to be cured. Now, this disease which ails us all- for it does not discriminate- is not one with bodily symptoms. It does not manifest itself in fever, fatigue, vomiting, or loose stools. Instead it is a subtle affliction. So subtle in fact, that one may not even realize they are suffering from it. If one were to walk through the streets of one such city as New York, they would would witness what is it I seek to inform you of. They would see- as I have seen- masses of …show more content…

Are they deserving of a roof over their heads? Of hot food in their bellies? Have they achieved some achievement or contributed to society in such a way that is worthy of such reward? No. It is merely- complexly- a symptom of disease. And though I claim to have no advanced knowledge, no doctorate degrees in certain sciences, I believe I have found a cure. I have spoken to many a few people, who’s opinions I hold in high esteem, and they have agreed with me, that the cure to this disease, is as simple as it seems. Like all other diseases, in the mind and body alike, this one manifested itself from a virus; a source. It did not take me long to find the origins of this illness, as I am -and I say this modestly- rather grandiose in my mental capabilities. One is homeless when they have no home. To acquire a home -or house rather, for some believe the home lies where the heart is- one must have certain necessities necessary to gain it. But what are those necessities necessary in obtaining a house? Currency. In this lies the problem. Why is it that one cannot just ask for what is needed and be given it? It seems we the people, yes, we are all at fault, have put the value of our nation’s dollar above that of our nation’s people. We have allowed men, women and children to suffer in insufferable circumstances. The solution to these

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