The improvement of society is beneficial for those who are a part of it. Because people want what is best for themselves and act in their best interest, they should act to improve the society that they are a part of. In order to diminish the inequalities that have grown from the differences in socioeconomic statuses, which have been detrimental to society, children must all be raised and educated in the best way possible. “If children have a more equal start, they can all have better chances of succeeding,” and will contribute more to improve society (Tough 50). Aiding parents to best prepare their children and closing the disparity of child education and child rearing between social classes will provide an equal starting point for children to succeed based on their natural abilities. To do this, there must also be “a system that truly acts as a safety net for families in crisis, catching them when they fall” (Eden and Shaefer xxiv). This goes beyond the abilities of parents or the education system. For real change to happen, all of American society must get involved. This requires the sacrifice of personal interest for the betterment of children and for society as a whole.