I think that while many didn't like the idea he proposed, at least it got everyone thinking and talking about it. That raised awareness and accomplished Mike's goal. :o)
>At least one good thing has come from this thread. I used to be very active in a program that provided meals to the hungry in Chicago every Sunday. Since moving here, 45 miles away, I began attending less often and then not at all. But I am sure there are similar programs closer to home and I am going to get involved again.
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>>I think it will not alter the minds and hearts of those who have already experienced it firsthand. There are those who already help out at shelters and food lines. There are those who already donate funds on a regular basis.
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>>Then there are those also, who have never gone without and regardless, who nothing will alter their opinion.
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>>>>You are full of more crap than a dairy farm.
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>>>Prove me wrong.
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>>>Do not eat or drink anything Friday.
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>>>On Saturday, come back and tell me I'm still full of crap.
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>>>If you fast the whole day and don't change your mind, I'll admit I was wrong.
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