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Feeling a little down today ya'll. I met a person living on the street yesterday. The temp was in the mid fiftys. But we had a strong wind. I parked at the Safeway and noticed her under a single sheet trying to stay warm. Nothing to eat, and in need ...

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Progressives, Socialists, and Black Lives Matter

Apr 16, 2022Apr 2022

Posted by johnnyrobish

Tennessee Republican Says Hitler an Inspiration for How Homeless Can Escape Poverty In support of a bill currently going through the Tennessee state senate, Republican state senator Frank Niceley wants folks to know people can work their way ...

An attitude probably common throughout the world?

I’m so proud of my little man. Today he asked if we could make care packages for the homeless. He researched items people living in the streets might need. Then we went to Target and picked up personal care items, socks, flashlights, snacks, and ...

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Volunteering, Charity Work, and Community Service

Dec 26, 2020Dec 2020

Posted by Annaleda

This holiday season, I chose homeless women for my donations. I’m so happy to say that I actually got FOUR people to donate to my cause this year! In the past three years, I’ve only had one person donate, one time. So rewarding. :) These ...

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Progressives, Socialists, and Black Lives Matter

Oct 18, 2020Oct 2020

Posted by johnnyrobish

San Francisco Experimenting With Urine-Repellant Paint The smell of urine in some areas of San Francisco has become so strong, the city’s Public Works Agency has been testing a new pee-repellant paint, so that anyone who tries...

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A friend in need is a friend indeed

Aug 24, 2020Aug 2020

Posted by Word

Over one shoulder you see blue tent I stay at. Over other shoulder picture might focus to see "The National WW II Museum " New Orleans, LA. AND, homeless or not I DO NOT shave my beard.

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News & Links

Oct 3, 2019Oct 2019

Posted by sassygirl3869

The EPA under Trump keeps going after California - Trump needs a SCAPEGOAT and he wants to blame homeless people. WTF!!!!!

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Trump Pinata

Sep 19, 2019Sep 2019

Posted by DharmaBum50

A further step in the marginalization and dehumanization of the poor is to declare them "pollution." Doesn't take much effort to imagine what's next in the fascist playbook....

Though Atheism is not a religion, which one of them are more generous? :)

Thoughtful and eloquent piece on the growing nomadism in America. I met the author at the Rubber Tramp Rendezvous in the Arizona desert, shortly after I took to the road with my dog and tent. She somehow makes me sound coherent during one of the most...

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All Things Asia

May 16, 2019May 2019

Posted by Boomtarat03

homeless by choice in hongkong!

POLLDo you give money to homeless people? There are more people than ever living on our streets sadly, for whatever reason. I always feel bad for walking by, especially with the winter approaching. We're advised by local government not to give money but ...

0 votes I never give money to homeless people - they'll only spend it on drugs or alcohol
13 votes I give money to homeless people when I can
4 votes I don't give money but I sometimes give food directly to people I see living on the streets
3 votes I don't give money or food - I prefer to donate to a homeless shelter
1 vote I work for a charity supporting homeless people so that's how I help

Project Shoehorn needs shoes to distribute to the homeless here in Austin, TX! If you have any used shoes in decent condition you can donate, please mail them to: Project Shoehorn 5515 Woodrow Ave. Apt. 112 Austin, TX 78756 Thank you!

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Philosophy & Meaning

Aug 20, 2018Aug 2018

Posted by STLChris1963

Camping: The process in which rich people spend thousands of dollars to live like homeless people...

Panhandlers frequently say "God bless you" when I give them money. Annoying but I'm not inclined to criticize them. I was broke and homeless as a teen, their lives are hard enough already.

This is our group in Spartanburg SC.Atheist Alliance helping the homeless.

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Music, Movies & Books

Jun 2, 2018Jun 2018

Posted by misternatureboy

LINKI Am Another You - YouTube

Sometimes life just throws a big pile of shit at you and then laughs. I'm homeless for two weeks (not living in the streets homeless - displaced homeless). Damn! One of these days I really will learn not to trust anyone. Not even people I share ...

LINKAs gentrification escalates in Calif., people wonder: Where can the homeless go? - The Washington Post

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News & Links

Apr 11, 2018Apr 2018

Posted by ashortbeauty

Videos show violent arrest of Lakeland man accused of trespassing by sleeping under overpass - News - The Ledger - Lakeland, FL

How do you convince someone with anxiety and depression to accept your help? How do I get through to my daughter? She suffers from anxiety, depression and PTSD related to an assualt in 2016. Friday, she left me a note saying it was time she got ...

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Academic (e.g., Science)

Mar 2, 2018Mar 2018

Posted by Melbates

I'm not the type to boast. I hate gloating. But, after a run-in with a troll recently, I feel the need to be validated that I have worth. ............................................................. I was the first to graduate from the homeless to...

Homelessness... what are the solutions? I often think about this. What is can be done about this? What are the root causes and how can one person help so many?

The Royal wedding takes place in Windsor, Saturday 19 May. Help the happy couple celebrate their special day by bringing along your instrument of choice for the Last Word in Jam Sessions! DRESS DOWN! Sport your shabbiest outfit and bring whatever ...

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Politics

Jan 14, 2018Jan 2018

Posted by DreadlySmart

Would being a 'slave' be better than being homeless?

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