This week, Courtney and Anthony talked about the way large organizations use money.
Courtney described her participation in THON, the largest student run philanthropy in the world. And while she does not have the skill set or knowledge to cure cancer, she is doing her part to make a difference in the world and in the difference of a child. THON and those volunteering their time and energy for this organization do so knowing that 96 cents out of every dollar goes to help a child fighting the fight of their lives. Having participated in THON organizations in the past and seeing how much time and energy committee members put into this weekend, I can only imagine the dedication people like Courtney have to spend so much time and energy truly making a difference in the world.
Anthony, in his blog talked about the way the government is using its money. Rather than funding smart power, the government is overspending in the department of defense. Anthony points out that by running a deficit, having debt issues and spending so much money on defense that this government is not focusing on the issues at home. I think there is a balance issue that needs to be worked out. We cannot spend all of our money in one department, whether it's defense or smart power--we have to balance our resources and effectively use our assets. I know this is easier said than done, but, as a country, where are our priorities? How can our budget reflect those priorities? And how can we economize to better use our resources?
Courtney described her participation in THON, the largest student run philanthropy in the world. And while she does not have the skill set or knowledge to cure cancer, she is doing her part to make a difference in the world and in the difference of a child. THON and those volunteering their time and energy for this organization do so knowing that 96 cents out of every dollar goes to help a child fighting the fight of their lives. Having participated in THON organizations in the past and seeing how much time and energy committee members put into this weekend, I can only imagine the dedication people like Courtney have to spend so much time and energy truly making a difference in the world.
Anthony, in his blog talked about the way the government is using its money. Rather than funding smart power, the government is overspending in the department of defense. Anthony points out that by running a deficit, having debt issues and spending so much money on defense that this government is not focusing on the issues at home. I think there is a balance issue that needs to be worked out. We cannot spend all of our money in one department, whether it's defense or smart power--we have to balance our resources and effectively use our assets. I know this is easier said than done, but, as a country, where are our priorities? How can our budget reflect those priorities? And how can we economize to better use our resources?
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