Reader: Fake Christians Ignore Homeless Issues

Kristin Pazulski's recent post about the Right to Rest Act, which would codify the right of the homeless to sleep, sit and lie down, among other things, stirred passions among our readers. Many of those who responded were unhappily surprised that such basic issues remain in question. Others expressed frustration...
By Michael RobertsApril 9, 2015
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Kristin Pazulski’s recent post about the Right to Rest Act, which would codify the right of the homeless to sleep, sit and lie down, among other things, stirred passions among our readers.

Many of those who responded were unhappily surprised that such basic issues remain in question.

Others expressed frustration that more progress isn’t being made when it comes to this subject 

Here’s the take of someone who falls into the latter category — and he levels a charge of hypocrisy against one particular group.

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Michael Buddy Gallegos Jr writes:

Yes it amazes me that in a nation of mostly “Christians” this would even be an issue, Jesus praised the poor and homeless, but these fake Christians seem to overlook that!

Send your story tips to the author, Michael Roberts. For more memorable takes, visit our Comment of the Day archive.

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Michael Roberts began his career with Westword in 1990 as music editor. In 1999, he took on a new role, full-time media reporter, as author of a column called The Message. In 2008, he became the lead writer for Westword‘s news blog, The Latest Word, a position he held until January 2023. Michael continues to freelance for Westword, covering everything from business to sports and the media; he also contributes to Jazziz, a national music magazine. He holds a bachelor’s degree from what is now Colorado Mesa University and master’s degrees from the University of California, Los Angeles, and Northwestern University.

michaelrobertscolo@gmail.com

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