The Sticky Bottom and Living Just above Broke:

About the Book

This book underscores the fact that there are many people who are trapped in an economic system that keeps them from moving ahead. The sticky Bottom and Just above Broke describes the condition that most welfare recipients find themselves in after leaving welfare rolls who are unable to find employment and paying them sustainable wages to live. They are left stuck at the bottom with no escape. In addition, there are many aspects of the welfare to work vendor programs of which the educational programs are inadequate. As a result of the diminishing values of our society, this situation goes undetected leaving those matriculating through welfare centers neglected and forgotten. This book illuminates the issues within this systemic condition and offers the idea of an intervention to ameliorate current conditions in our society.

About the Author

Dr. Allen H. Simmons II is one of the nation’s rising thought leaders in our society seeking to promote positive change through social justice, education, and empowerment. He is a prophetic voice of the 21st century speaking truth to power on various platforms for the advancement of the underprivileged, and disenfranchised. Dr. Simmons is an educator, activist, organizer, religious leader, public speaker, and democratic strategist seeking to find ways to make our society greater through the values of equity, equality, and opportunity. Currently, Dr. Simmons serves as President of Beth- El College, he is the National Director of Education for the Sounds of Praise Fellowship Ministries Inc., and he is an Adjunct Professor of Sociology at Saint Peter’s University located in Jersey City, New Jersey. Dr. Simmons has earned a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Sociology, a master’s degree Public Administration, a master’s degree in Divinity, and a doctoral degree in Education. Dr. Simmons recently founded Beth- El College, School of Social Justice, Public Policy, and Civic Engagement where he provides certificate classes in Strategic Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Community Organizing, and Fundraising. He is a social engineer and an advocate for equality and human rights through sound ethical principles. His pride and joy belong to his three children Isaiah, Elijah, and Naomi Simmons.