Is it a lifestyle choice or is unemployment at an all time high? It bugs me that they cannot get a job and try to get into the wallets of people who earn their living. Next time someone asks if i have any spare change i might ask them to sign a contract. Who thinks that would be an effective way to detter these begars?
2007-12-05 07:08:18 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Other - Society & Culture
I UNDERSTAND THERE ARE ALOT OF PEOPLE OUT THERE THAT JUST BEG,TO SCAM PEOPLE.
BUT I ALSO KNOW THAT THERE ARE LEGITAMENTLY
UNEMPLOYED,HOMELESS PEOPLE OUT THERE THAT NEED HELP....AND BEING ON THE STREET IS NOT THEIR CHOICE.I HAVE NEVER HAD A HIGH PAYING JOB
BUT I KNOW IF I CAN HELP MAKE SOMEONES DAY A BIT EASIER I DO IT .A LITTLE BIT A CHANGE ISNT GONNA MAKE OR BREAK YOU.A COLD HEART MIGHT.
2007-12-05 07:26:27 · answer #1 · answered by uptoyou 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, I've heard and read that the gap between the wealthy and the poor has grown to all time highs, with very few having most of the wealth and the vast majority having none. So therefore it only follows that many end up out on the street. I guess there's a lot of modern day Scrooges out there. Maybe if you donate to the local homeless shelter, the next time someone asks for money you can hand them directions to the shelter.
2007-12-05 07:30:38 · answer #2 · answered by endpov 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are a variety of reasons for people being on the streets. Some have no skills, so are unemployable, some are drug addicts, some alcoholics and some make this lifestyle choice. Most have no family support, probably because their families have had enough of them, or are just disfunctional. Professional agencies would prefer that you do not give them money because they are more likely to go the the night shelters or seek professional help if you don't. If they are drug addicts of alcoholics, you are just feeding their habit by providing money.
2007-12-05 07:17:39 · answer #3 · answered by resignedtolife 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it's combination of your initial thoughts, however I remember watching a programme on the telly about beggars a few years ago, this beggar was filmed with his knowledge going about his daily business, and some business it was, basically he turned up in his car, parked it round the corner, changed into some old clothes, begged all day and went home in his car with about £300 , five days a week, £1500 tax free a week, next time you see a beggar try to suss out if they are genuine or not, because there are real cases out on the streets.
2007-12-05 07:21:53 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Think yourself lucky your not on the streets, same old story just pass on the other side, next time your holiday comes up take a month off work, go on the streets make sure its around winter time and then beg for your money. Oh make sure you get warm clothes down the shelter and blanket its cold at night.
And no sneaking home to Mummy OK.
2007-12-05 07:30:26 · answer #5 · answered by Rod T 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Better questions: why do so many people ignore the fact and not do more or complain more about the condition?
My theory, we have so many charities, so many diverse interests, that the division of resources is such that the impact of much of the charity and government effort is nullified. Everyone has their priorities, and they are different. It's an intimidating task to solve major social problems--but not impossible. I also feel that any organization that requests donations should offer full disclosure of their books, and show how donations are being spent--full disclosure. It amazes me how people donate their money just to feel good, but don't bother to find out just how their donation money is being spent.
2007-12-05 07:19:26 · answer #6 · answered by Thoughtful Mind 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's one of the consequences of our society. It's not perfect. Some of these people need help and aren't getting it. A lot of the mentally ill have been kicked out for example. There are a lot of veterans (true) out there. They have had a hard time assimilating. Have you talked to any of these people to find out their story or are you just judging them based on your own views without any evidence? Some are alcoholics who haven't been able to quit. We need to do more for our homeless people if we want to solve the problem. Right now, we do enough to keep the troubled ones dependent. A lot of them have been pushed aside, kept out of view. There are plenty of homeless families. Jobs pay less nowadays and are less stable. Not everyone has the means to start their own business, where they can make enough to survive. You need to get out more. Maybe do some volunteer work? Get to know these folks and the people that work them on a daily basis.
2007-12-05 07:16:17 · answer #7 · answered by Unsub29 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i believe it is not only unemployment but they don't have privileged to be schooled to learn basic skills for employment. I believe it should be one of the government priorities to help these beggars to stay out of the street by providing them not only food but skills to survive. They can't always rely on begging because it is not a life time solution for their existence. Beside I believe there are syndicates behind beggars begging on the street. They try to work on people's pity.
2007-12-05 07:14:57 · answer #8 · answered by sandra y 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Excuse me. Are you talking a about street beggars or corporate lobbyists in Washington D.C.? I'm having a difficult time telling the difference.
2007-12-05 07:12:26 · answer #9 · answered by Didgeridude 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Maybe the White House needs to create more jobs and build more affordable housing...homelessness is a national disgrace that can only be alleviated by reducing man's suffering at its core!
2007-12-05 07:13:40 · answer #10 · answered by WORD UP G 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋