Blog #4 On Dumpster Diving by Lars Eighner

Feb 07, 2010 01:35



When it comes to homelessness I never really put much thought into it. I know that it’s sad and very unfortunate to have to live on the streets but as harsh as it may seem I kind of ignored it. Lars Eighner gave us a personal insight on a life for a homeless person. His story was very touching and emotion when he goes on to described how he ( Read more... )

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theblondeblog February 12 2010, 21:30:45 UTC
Good post, you brought up some great points.

To answer your question: I do feel bad for the way many homeless people have to live. However, I also think that in many circumstances it is their bad decisions that got them there, but that doesn’t mean that I think they deserve to live in those types of conditions. Everybody makes mistakes and everybody deserves a second chance. I think to try to stop homelessness I would do exactly that, give them a second chance. Give them the opportunity to get cleaned up and get a job and try to help them help themselves.

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