The thing is,
the woman was probably a Liberal who really thinks that blacks can’t take care of themselves.
Given that he’s an African immigrant he probably believes these people were sent there by the government ~ and had no idea they were simply doing charity!
Yes, I see that aspect. She really was condescending. he was wise to realize that it’s more important for the child to trust him, especially if he deserves to be trusted, than it is for her to not go hungry for a little bit.
The woman was acting like a limo lib and talking right to the child, disregarding the sanctitiy of the family.
She could have just snuck him some food with a wink and a smile.
some people, even blacks from a=Africa, helo, hate charity for good reason.
The New Yorkers are very good at charity. The writier is being a jerk.
LOL! That was my first thought, as well! I had the same first reaction that the man had. Why on earth would she ask the question like that? Why not just ask if they are able to get the food they need, considering the difficult conditions.