Re:Solve Homelessness: Cut Out The Middle Man
by stretchwithme on Friday February 18, 2011 @02:02PM
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Its been a problem. I seem to recall some people in NYC actually moving into homeless shelter to get on waiting lists for free housing.
I think helping homeless people by giving them housing is a good idea, but it should be very limited housing with a lot of incentive to want to get your own place. It should not be a three bedroom apartment, especially when other people have to wait.
Many people I know, including myself, have suffered through a cramped studio or similar situation in order to save money and I see no reason why others cannot. Its a billion times better than living on the street.
For those engaging in charitable efforts, such a gift can be given to 5 times as many people as a more comfortable, "I'll just stay here forever" situation.
I think helping homeless people by giving them housing is a good idea, but it should be very limited housing with a lot of incentive to want to get your own place. It should not be a three bedroom apartment, especially when other people have to wait.
Many people I know, including myself, have suffered through a cramped studio or similar situation in order to save money and I see no reason why others cannot. Its a billion times better than living on the street.
For those engaging in charitable efforts, such a gift can be given to 5 times as many people as a more comfortable, "I'll just stay here forever" situation.