Community in Action (A)

A community really is stronger than the individual. Studs Terkel experienced this first hand in his essay "Community in Action." The American people of the 30's and 40's were able to get through the Great Depression because of their ability to come together and help each other. We do not only see good examples of the community working togeher for a common cause in the Great Depression, but also in supporting the war effort at home during times of crisis and economic recessions. When we really think about it, we have all experienced being a part of a community in action, whether it be helping out at a food drive or helping a friend move. The community is always stronger than the individual.