How times have changed. When I was a young man, committing crimes was grounds for punishment. Apparently, now the same behavior is awarded with community out-reach; and the investment of public resources. So the message then, is that criminal behavior will be rewarded with increased opportunity. Brilliant.

Heterosexual, white, males on college campuses are a minority student group nationwide, their numbers declining rapidly. Furthermore, the same group is performing at record low levels in high-schools around America. It is good to see that they are poorly represented in their numbers, in this new program as well. That will teach the young men in question that being born with a penis, and white skin is the worst crime of them all.

The best part is that now children who have done the right thing, will face competition for work, from these kids. Priceless. Punish hard work, reward criminals. That's sustainable. Good luck.

No child is responsible for the circumstances of their birth. I truly appreciate any efforts, coming from the community, to help less fortunate people, especially kids. However, many children who are just as disadvantaged as the children used as examples in this piece never commit crimes. But they will find themselves in line behind children who do, for resources that should be available to all. Not just former criminals.