Shipler argues for the classic American view that hard work and intelligent decision making is sufficient to lift anyone of average intelligence and diligence out of poverty.

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David K. Shipler, in his book "The Working Poor: Invisible in America," argues that this classic view is overly simplistic and does not take into account the complex interplay of societal, economic, and policy factors that trap people in poverty, suggesting that hard work and intelligence alone are not sufficient to overcome these barriers.

Shipler Argues for the Classic American View That Hard Work