The definition of a bully is someone who picks on those weaker than the bully, and the City Council seems bent on playing that role.
The “problem” of the homeless reminds me of the “invasion” of migrants at the border that politicians see. It’s all in your perspective, isn’t it? Those of us who interact with the homeless on a regular basis find a population that is friendly, funny—and often flawed with one or another disability, as every population is. Instead of using precious resources to increase police patrols, better to spend more effort on finding solutions, as the Friendship Shelter has been doing: permanent supportive housing, and a day program with more social workers.
It’s the holiday season. Let’s try to help one another, and not beat up on those who need our help.
Merry Christmas.
David Peck, Laguna Beach
