Seems like the greatest one just sent them to the manger out back.
...it was a stable, and it was a shelter.
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Seems like the greatest one just sent them to the manger out back.
Then why are we not working on things that would prevent people from getting in these situations to start with? This seems like a reaction to something that we have allowed to get out of control, rather than fixed in the beginning.
Then why are we not working on things that would prevent people from getting in these situations to start with? This seems like a reaction to something that we have allowed to get out of control, rather than fixed in the beginning.
For me the Golden Rule is a good barometer for most situations, including this. I am glad my neighbors and local government offers shelter for those who may need it, regardless of circumstance, and I am glad that my small tax contribution helps to pay for it.
I am very blessed to have loving family and friends to turn to when I need care beyond what I am able to provide for myself. Without them, I would likely be one of those unfortunate souls who must rely on the kindness of strangers in order to survive. It's difficult enough asking for help from loved ones, I can't imagine the humility involved in asking a stranger.
However, I do believe that wrobert is right in the sense that we can do better than just provide a band-aid. And we often do do better... Please do not forget all that private charities and our local governments do to help others help themselves.
I think one of the major issues we are all facing right now (we as in the U.S., and beyond in some cases) is this honed focus on all that is negative. We are all so obsessed with everything that is wrong, we often forget to acknowledge and celebrate what is right. My perception of the OP is that he is lamenting something he believes is wrong, and its cause, instead of focusing on the solution, and how he can contribute to it, and inspire others to contribute as well.
If I could ever just make the money I was making in 1984, I would be wishing for something else. Why does this have to be a money thing? A have or have not thing? Why not look at the real issue, why are these people not prepared, and if they are unable, what has allowed them to get in that situation. You guys are really shallow thinkers on this issue. And I am probably not making my point very well. But from the responses their sure are a lot of assumptions being made about what I am saying. If this is any indication of Congress, no wonder we are in the world we are in.
How can I lose something that it appears I must have never had to start with?