| >The idea is to tackle the issues collectively. Indeed, this is the notion behind liberal politics, which have been soundly rejected by the public. >It's just a matter of priorities. The public couldn't be clearer that meeting basic needs for people who are unable to earn a living isn't a priority. >What message do you think they were trying to send? "Fuck the even poorer people who are changing my culture and taking my jobs." >Are you an American? Um, yes, the context of this thread is the San Francisco public library. >What do you propose is done? Make city life as attractive and cheap as possible to bring back the tax base from the suburbs; use the money to fund public housing and mental health services. Continuing to degrade city life only drives away the resources that could be tapped for real solutions. |