First they came for the homeless
February 16, 2018
In the last 2 weeks, there have been 2 fires, and 1 stabbing having to do with homeless individuals. My fear is these crimes will be used to paint all homeless as unable to care for themselves. There are already many preconceived notions and prejudices in place. Painting the homeless community with broad brush strokes is to blame.
Homeless people are no different than housed. Their being homeless is not because they are less capable, less intelligent, or addicted. It is because they are old, disabled, under paid, and always because they have been left behind economically.
The solution from the government is inadequate. But, that does not stop them from using law and threats of violence or arrest to compel you “into the system.”
FTCFTH has developed a model, and demonstrated that model. We have shown success in spite of the cities efforts to destroy us, through police action and a negative PR campaign. Our model has been structured, and tested by the homeless. It is designed to have what is most needed, while minimizing behaviors associated with crime.
Having a structured community while being homeless drops your odds of being a victim a lot.
–Mike Zint
