I'm noticing something that bothers me. Panhandlers stationed at street corners. In my small, affluent town, that's new. If I lived in an urban center, I wouldn't be surprised. Detroit, Grand Rapids--they actually approach you for money. Though ironically, begging is less common in poor Detroit than wealthy Grand Rapids.Daily, I see people holding signs "No money. Need gas." or "Need Money for Diapers." (Diapers? My mom used rags when we were poor. But I digress...) At least Walmart panhandlers' signs said "will work for [insert request]"--now it's just "need money."
Panhandling Should Not Be Allowed, There Are Alternatives
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