"The letter compares spending on chocolate to government aid for the poor."

"It questions whether our spending priorities are ethically right."

"The letter calls on individuals to take responsibility for their actions."

"Government spending on overseas aid supports the needy in other countries."

"The letter critiques societal values."

"Chocolate was a popular treat in 1996."

"Everyone spends money on chocolate."

"The letter was written from Mildura."

Arnold Jago likes writing letters to newspapers."

"The cost of overseas aid in 1997 may differ from 1996."