The Johnsons are a hard-working family. Unfortunately, Mr. Johnson lost his job in the recent economic downturn. They lost a valuable source of income.
To help the Johnsons, their son, Billy Johnson, got help from his school. The school decided to help the Johnsons pay for Billy's school hot lunch. He got lunches at a very reduced rate.
One week, Billy was not a good student, though. He was disruptive and needed harsh discipline. His grades suffered and he made life miserable for his teachers and fellow students. The school did not doubt their decision to help Billy with his lunches even though he was taking their help for granted.
Then the school changed their mind. They found out the Johnsons were giving Billy $30 each week in allowance money. Frustrated both that Billy did not deserve the allowance and that the allowance could have easily paid for lunches, the school took Billie's allowance from him.
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What is the theme of this story? How does it apply to today's political landscape?
I'll explain later.
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