To: Kori Abbey
The Struggle Against Hunger and Homelessness
This is too sad, that we as Americans are asked to help and feed other countries, but what about the hunger problem in our own country? Why is it such an issue to feed the Homeless?
Why is this important?
This petition is to stop the illegality of feeding the homeless. Recently, in Daytona Beach, FL, a couple who were hosting a private charity, and have hosted it for years, to feed the homeless were arrested, cited and fined. This is what the Chief of Police, Mike Chitwood, had to say, and I quote, "if you want to do the Christian thing and feed them, then join social services". Well Mr. Chitwood, no disrespect to your "wise" advice, but Christianity digs way too deep for that. Even if you aren't religious, take into consideration that there are not only adults who are homeless but children as well. It's a shame to see this kind of thing being put into play, but together we can stop this. Maybe it's just me being who I am, but I believe everyone deserves the right to eat and be able to go to sleep on a full stomach. Let's not ignore other countries of course, but let's start by getting our country fed.