Marge asked Nicholas D. Kristof:

The Humanist Discussion Group at my Unitarian Universalist Church will be reading and discussing A Path Appears in January. We are interested in the most effective steps a very small church can take to make a difference. Should we focus on problems near home or maximize the financial effectiveness by addressing problems in the developing world? We love your book!

Nicholas D. Kristof Some people say we should solve the problems at home before tackling those abroad, and I disagree with that approach. I don't think that our empathy or compassion should depend on somebody's skin color or passport color. We're all humans. And often interventions abroad get more bang for the buck than those at home. Having said that, it's sometimes perceived as "cool" to help people in Tanzania, but not across the tracks in one's own city, and I think that's equally shortsighted. We have huge needs at home and abroad, and we can and should address both! I'm so glad your church is discussing A Path Appears, and I hope you find inspiration.

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