I recently came across a sociological experiment where a well-dressed girl was left alone on the sidewalk. When people noticed her, they stopped to ask about her parents and if she needed help. Later, the same girl was left standing in the same spot, but this time her clothes were dirty and tattered. Many people walked past her without a second glance, and those who did look at her did so with disdain.
This experiment highlights a troubling reality: Why do we value someone based on their appearance? Why is the life of a wealthy person considered more valuable than that of a poor person?
However, there are still people who demonstrate compassion and empathy, giving us hope that not all is lost.
One such person is Casey Fischer. One day, during a break from her classes, Casey noticed a homeless man collecting change on the side of the road. She decided to buy coffee at Dunkin’ Donuts and saw him go inside, hoping to get something to eat.
Casey saw that the man had barely a dollar in change. She invited him to join her and offered to pay for his bagel and coffee.
The man introduced himself as Chris and shared that he was often treated poorly simply because he was homeless.
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