Washington D.C. to Give Homeless Voice-Mail

azconservative ^ | 15 June 2006 | John Semmens

[cripplecreek]

"I already have voice mail right here," said the man who calls himself "The Avenger," pointing to his head. "When I get the WORD I will put His plan into action."

Oh boy.

[Awestruck]

"But I'm uncomfortable with the idea that these people may be pressured to find jobs. This is like saying their lifestyle is wrong. I think this may be going too far."

What the heck?????? I know this is obvious, but is Ms. Pelosi the biggest idiot on the planet???

Has society really gotten to the point where people actually think homelessness is a "lifestyle" ???

[Lokibob]

Senator John Kerry thought it was a good idea, perhaps, but would be willing to change his mind, depending on what Kennedy, McCain and the polls say.

(Note to JS): "Betty Poop", absolutely priceless, thanks.

.....Bob

[Principled]

Not too far off - this could happen!

[cripplecreek]

Has society really gotten to the point where people actually think homelessness is a "lifestyle" ???

I heard a called to Michael Medved's show a while back explain that he was homeless because he wanted to be. I believe his exact words were "I don't wanna be tied down man."

[Onelifetogive]

"Giving these people a phone number is a great idea," said Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.). "We can call them and remind them to vote. But I'm uncomfortable with the idea that these people may be pressured to find jobs. This is like saying their lifestyle is wrong. I think this may be going too far."

Speechless.....

[Onelifetogive]

I would appreciate it if you would clearly indicate when "news" is satirical. With the left, it is really difficult to tell the difference. I do not need any help in making myself look foolish.....

[TankerKC]

Not too far off - this could happen!

The free voice mail part is true.

[weegee]

What does a homeless person need a voicemail box for? To call about where squeegee traffic is paying better?

There are homeless people for whom it is a lifestyle choice. Dumpster diving is an act of pride for some (there are books about it). Just another alternative lifestyle. No judgments.

Another question, how can a homeless person call voicemail to get his messages? There are no pay phones in this world anymore. Cellphones saw to that.

I saw plenty of homeless in SF that had cellphones, and have seen one or two in Houston who had one (possibly provided by a "sponsor" with a land address) but it isn't the trend.

[mtbopfuyn]

Proof Nancy is just as far off her rocker as Betty Boop and The Avenger.

[digger48]

You weren't, and won't be the only one to fall for it. :)

[weegee]

It always has been a lifestyle.

There were code markings they used to leave as they rode the rails.

[weegee]

It may be satire but the city of Houston tried to give everyone a "free email account". As if google and yahoo and hotmail and excite weren't doing that already.

The city also paid for millions of dollars in software to permit Houstonians to do word processing and other tasks.

It pays to have friends in gubmint.

[Principled]

The free voice mail part is true.

It took me a moment to even realize it was satire - no telling what's true- anything's possible with those characters.

How do you know the voice mail part is true? Any other parts true?

[dynachrome]

Took me a couple of minutes to figure out it was satire. I mean, sure the McCain and Pelosi quotes are correct, but, the voicemail thing tipped me off.

very tiny sarcasm tag

[Principled]

tankerKC told me the voicemail thing is true

[dynachrome]

It rings a bell. I think something similar was tried in Denver. Email? Voicemail? Free mailboxes?

[gdani]

What does a homeless person need a voicemail box for?

It's primarily for those homeless looking for jobs. A prospective employer isn't going to hire you if the number they call is the number at the local shelter.

It's also useful for family members to keep in touch in emergencies and as a number for social service & government agencies to call (such as the VA hospital, etc).

Another question, how can a homeless person call voicemail to get his messages?

At our (main) local shelter, there are three pay phones inside.

And, at least in my city, community voice mail isn't paid for by the Govt.

[steve-b]

"Giving these people a phone number is a great idea," said Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.). "We can call them and remind them to vote. But I'm uncomfortable with the idea that these people may be pressured to find jobs. This is like saying their lifestyle is wrong. I think this may be going too far."

The sad thing is that I honestly can't tell if this is a joke or not.