[RobbyS]

Big Government is run by people who think that institutions are evil. That’s a paradox:

[DaveMSmith]

In our 12 step group, we have many that are required by the courts to be there - others required by treatment counselors. If they listen and relate, they will invariably hear their own story from someone who came back to live a successful life.

As I've said, having the church hire the homeless to keep the grounds and entrances clear - who are working a 12 step program - to be able to deal with people who are there is a compassionate solution. That is ministry and 12 step work - helping others.

In our community, homelessness isn't an issue. There are people who 'couch surf' - staying with friends until they can get on their feet again.

I'm not into pushing problems onto someone else. I've seen jail and institutions from the inside - it's just hiding the problem. Time to step up and deal with this.