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Old 11-21-2010, 11:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Brian Carlton View Post
So, therefore, similar to the nanny state, we cannot let the beggar decide for himself how he will spend the money that we give to him? We must determine where and how that money should go by forcing him to buy food with it?


No, you are right.

Let them spend the money you give them, to feed their drug, nicotine or alcohol habit.

Making them "feel better" for a short time is a wonderful way to help them, isn't it?
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