LFR- homeless using Libraries.

[dutch508]

Lady Freedom Returns (8,294 posts) http://www.democraticunderground.com/10026736249

Portraits of homeless people using libraries

uh...

ghostsinthemachine (321 posts)
1. That's me, I'm at the library right now using the computer. I figure that if i am homeless I might as well make myself as informed as possible. Of course there are at least five other people here I know to be homeless and three more I suspect to be. 

surfing porn = informing self.

awoke_in_2003 (27,158 posts)
2. "the last bastion of democracy," And far too many communities are trying to cut their budgets, making libraries one of the first victims. We must fight this trend at the local level. My community has a great library, but I still go to council meeting from time to time to make sure they aren't thinking about cutting things like this.

Thespian2 (1,243 posts)
6. Thanks!! I am really happy that these people have a library...I have always loved them...as a teenager, just before the Ice Age, I couldn't read enough books...Guess that's why I have university degrees in English literature...

I wish the homeless had something more important than a library...a home

In America, there is no logical reason for homeless people...except GREED...

 

[Carl]

ghostsinthemachine (321 posts)
1. That's me, I'm at the library right now using the computer. I figure that if i am homeless I might as well make myself as informed as possible. Of course there are at least five other people here I know to be homeless and three more I suspect to be.

A bunch of parasites soaking up "free shit" while doing nothing to fix or actually help their lives.

Die in a ditch.

[thundley4]

In America, there is no logical reason for homeless people...except GREED BAD LIFE CHOICES and sometimes bad luck...

[Mr Mannn]

I looked at the pictures and they all seem to be freshly bathed and wearing clean clothes.

this one however stood out...it demands a caption...

[dmf777]

I can't stand when I see people like a previous commenter saying homeless people should "die in a ditch." Sounds like many dictators and perpetrators of genocide and "ethnic cleansing". Do you think they choose to live filthy, broke, and without shelter? As a victim of unemployment and low salary myself, I can say from experience that once you're out, it's hard to get back in. Most employers require online applications and resume submissions these days, which would be an incredible feat for someone without a home, much less working computers, internet, and electricity. Many homeless people are uneducated, without money for education they cannot pursue degrees that are a necessity in the majority of modern jobs. Have a little empathy and some sympathy.

[98ZJUSMC]

I can't stand when I see people like a previous commenter saying homeless people should "die in a ditch."

Me, either.


 They should always be hit by a land train, first.

[Bad Dog]

I can't stand when I see people like a previous commenter saying homeless people should "die in a ditch." Sounds like many dictators and perpetrators of genocide and "ethnic cleansing". Do you think they choose to live filthy, broke, and without shelter? As a victim of unemployment and low salary myself, I can say from experience that once you're out, it's hard to get back in. Most employers require online applications and resume submissions these days, which would be an incredible feat for someone without a home, much less working computers, internet, and electricity. Many homeless people are uneducated, without money for education they cannot pursue degrees that are a necessity in the majority of modern jobs. Have a little empathy and some sympathy.

The vast majority of them "choose" to use various intoxicants or have poor work habits or make other stupid life choices.  Every person in this nation is provided with a high school education (at ridiculous expense) and,  many don't take advantage of it.  With a HS diploma and good work habits anyone can achieve a decent lifestyle.  The folks who lose their jobs during downturns are carefully selected underperformers (this is why liberals love unions so much).

You aren't a "victim" of unemployment or anything else but your own shitty choices.  All the things you listed are nothing but excuses.  Put on your big boy pants and take responsibility for yourself.

[dmf777]

You aren't a "victim" of unemployment or anything else but your own shitty choices.  All the things you listed are nothing but excuses.  Put on your big boy pants and take responsibility for yourself.

Actually, I worked for the State Corrections system, and was unemployed because of privatization. Not my own choices, educate yourself on unemployment.

With a HS diploma and good work habits anyone can achieve a decent lifestyle.

I applied for several jobs, most of which required at least a 2 year degree.

The folks who lose their jobs during downturns are carefully selected underperformers

I worked hard enough and performed well enough to have made Captain, after 14 years on the job. Yet I still lost my job. My brother in law was a very hard worker at his job, yet because the "downturn" he was fired, why? Not performance, age and moeny. It costs less to hire someone young who won't retire for a long time, than an experienced worker who has earned a higher salary through seniority and could be retired soon.

[Bad Dog]

Actually, I worked for the State Corrections system, and was unemployed because of privatization. Not my own choices, educate yourself on unemployment.

I applied for several jobs, most of which required at least a 2 year degree.

I worked hard enough and performed well enough to have made Captain, after 14 years on the job. Yet I still lost my job. My brother in law was a very hard worker at his job, yet because the "downturn" he was fired, why? Not performance, age and moeny. It costs less to hire someone young who won't retire for a long time, than an experienced worker who has earned a higher salary through seniority and could be retired soon.

If you don't have a two year degree perhaps you are trying for the wrong job.

Captain my ass.  I think I remember reading corrections is always short of officers.

I'm sure you and your brother thought you were the best workers ever.  But, apparently your supervisors didn't think so.

We have had several members of this forum ( including me) lose jobs but, with good references and a positive attitude, they were back at work within weeks.

Let go of your excuses and take a hard look in the mirror. 

[Belle]

I do know from personal experience, there are many jobs that do not require any college at all.
If its college you want, then go to it & work your way through. 
I know this can be done.

[dmf777]

If you don't have a two year degree perhaps you are trying for the wrong job.

Captain my ass.  I think I remember reading corrections is always short of officers.

I'm sure you and your brother thought you were the best workers ever.  But, apparently your supervisors didn't think so.

We have had several members of this forum ( including me) lose jobs but, with good references and a positive attitude, they were back at work within weeks.

Let go of your excuses and take a hard look in the mirror.

Your cute kid.

Privatization of the Corrections Department is the whole reason we (me and my co-workers in our particular Institution) didn't want Teamsters as our Union, and instead voted for PBA (needless to say we lost). Privatization has left thousands of HARD WORKING WELL PERFORMING workers out of a job.

It's the truth, and it's time for you to face facts.

Step out of your bubble, get off that high horse of yours, and enter the Real World.

http://news.wgcu.org/post/floridas-shrinking-workforce

http://www.forbes.com/sites/mattstroud/2013/02/01/florida-governor-pushes-forward-with-privatization-plan/

[GOBUCKS]

This place is becoming a DUmpmonkey asylum.

One at a time is enough.

If they want to debate they should be at the Junior DUmp.

[Bad Dog]

Your cute kid.

Privatization of the Corrections Department is the whole reason we (me and my co-workers in our particular Institution) didn't want Teamsters as our Union, and instead voted for PBA (needless to say we lost). Privatization has left thousands of HARD WORKING WELL PERFORMING workers out of a job.

It's the truth, and it's time for you to face facts.

Step out of your bubble, get off that high horse of yours, and enter the Real World.

http://news.wgcu.org/post/floridas-shrinking-workforce

http://www.forbes.com/sites/mattstroud/2013/02/01/florida-governor-pushes-forward-with-privatization-plan/

When one works hard and smart they get to ride the high horse.  I expect that is what is starting to piss you off.

Sounds like you need to move to a right to work state.

[dmf777]

When one works hard and smart they get to ride the high horse.  I expect that is what is starting to piss you off.

Sounds like you need to move to a right to work state.

I do work hard and smart in my new career, what is getting me upset is your utter lack of intelligence on unemployment and it's causes, and your acute thick headedness at arguments that are contrary to your indoctrinized ideals.

[Bad Dog]

I do work hard and smart in my new career, what is getting me upset is your utter lack of intelligence on unemployment and it's causes, and your acute thick headedness at arguments that are contrary to your indoctrinized ideals.

Whatever.  Too bad you will never get to ride the high horse.  It's very nice up here.

[dmf777]

Whatever.  Too bad you will never get to ride the high horse.  It's very nice up here.

Arrogance and cockiness were never my strong suits. Jeremiah 9:23 - "Thus saith the LORD, Let not the wise [man] glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty [man] glory in his might, let not the rich [man] glory in his riches:"

[Mr Mannn]

I can't stand when I see people like a previous commenter saying homeless people should "die in a ditch." Sounds like many dictators and perpetrators of genocide and "ethnic cleansing". Do you think they choose to live filthy, broke, and without shelter? As a victim of unemployment and low salary myself, I can say from experience that once you're out, it's hard to get back in. Most employers require online applications and resume submissions these days, which would be an incredible feat for someone without a home, much less working computers, internet, and electricity. Many homeless people are uneducated, without money for education they cannot pursue degrees that are a necessity in the majority of modern jobs. Have a little empathy and some sympathy.

B!tch slap for being a whinu a$$ b!tch.
Your Debbie Downer act is annoying.  Go back to DU

[Carl]

I can't stand when I see people like a previous commenter saying homeless people should "die in a ditch." Sounds like many dictators and perpetrators of genocide and "ethnic cleansing". Do you think they choose to live filthy, broke, and without shelter? As a victim of unemployment and low salary myself, I can say from experience that once you're out, it's hard to get back in. Most employers require online applications and resume submissions these days, which would be an incredible feat for someone without a home, much less working computers, internet, and electricity. Many homeless people are uneducated, without money for education they cannot pursue degrees that are a necessity in the majority of modern jobs. Have a little empathy and some sympathy.

Piss off cretin.
Nothing but excuses for why many have screwed up their lives.
If someone is uneducated today it is likely they spent the first 18 years of their life ****ing off.

Leftist drivel.

[Carl]

Your cute kid.

Privatization of the Corrections Department is the whole reason we (me and my co-workers in our particular Institution) didn't want Teamsters as our Union, and instead voted for PBA (needless to say we lost). Privatization has left thousands of HARD WORKING WELL PERFORMING workers out of a job.

It's the truth, and it's time for you to face facts.

Step out of your bubble, get off that high horse of yours, and enter the Real World.

http://news.wgcu.org/post/floridas-shrinking-workforce

http://www.forbes.com/sites/mattstroud/2013/02/01/florida-governor-pushes-forward-with-privatization-plan/

In other words you were one of the vast publicly paid and unneeded "workers" that are crippling local budgets.

[SVPete]

So, are the library-dwelling homeless the ones too lazy and/or insane and/or chemicized to collect and redeem enough beverage cans and bottles to maintain a $30-$40 per month gym membership - for restrooms and showers - while sleeping in the parking lot in their car? The 24 Hour Fitness nearest my home is extra convenient, because it has an M and an Arby's within a couple of blocks. And I am describing what I've seen many times these past 2 or 3 years that I've been a gym member.

dmf#s, you have supervisory expertise/experience and can't find a job in this wonderful flourishing Obama-conomy? I find that less than credible.

[Tucker]

I worked hard enough and performed well enough to have made Captain, after 14 years on the job. Yet I still lost my job.

When public entities go private, they usually offer an opportunity for former employee's to transfer to the new company. This is a way to eliminate the deadbeats while retaining the productive employee's. The fact that you were not retained is telling.

[landofconfusion80]

[Big Dog]

The Tucson Tart

Portraits of homeless people using libraries

... as public toilet, flophouse, crack den, and whorehouse.

C'mon, Amber. Be honest, for once.

[BuzzClik]

The homeless are a mixed bag of problems: addictions, bad choices, bad luck, and a lot of mental illness.

It certainly is more complicated than ****ing off for 18 years.

[Carl]

The homeless are a mixed bag of problems: addictions, bad choices, bad luck, and a lot of mental illness.

It certainly is more complicated than ****ing off for 18 years.

Call it a lifetime then fool.