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From the latest Compassion Story of the Month: "Although we’re far from knowing what the COVID-19 pandemic has yet to offer us, it’s been a joyous respite in the past few months to see our downtown looking somewhat more like its lively, bustling self. But with pleasant weather and busy sidewalks, it’s inevitable that controversy will again surface on the subject of “panhandling.” In the many conversations I’ve had about this topic, it’s often struck me that the folks who are most vocal in their concerns often speak as if people experiencing poverty, homelessness, and perhaps mental health and substance abuse challenges are somehow a substantively different species from those who are fortunate enough to be at least a couple of paychecks, a family crisis, or a medical issue away from similar need." Read more of "We'll Catch You Another Time." Comments are closed.
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