1. Do you think it serves a societal purpose to have so many people with disabilities living in poverty? What purpose does it accomplish, if any? Relate your answer to Longmore's article. 3. What quality of life are people receiving public benefits entitled to? Do you think that individuals with disabilities who receive benefits should be able to enjoy the things others do - for example, go out to dinner, to the movies or theatre, have a pet and use the funds to purchase pet food? What about purchasing alcohol?