Fake Buddhist monks are the new squeegee men of New York

nypost.com ^ | June 14, 2015 | Melissa Klein and Stephanie Pagones

[PROCON]

They’re holy terrors.

Bands of beggars dressed like Buddhist monks have invaded the High Line and other city parks, demanding upwards of $40 from tourists — and officials are fed up.

One High Line visitor handed over $5 last week, but it wasn’t good enough. “He tried to get $20,” she told The Post.

Another monk’s zen demeanor dissolved after he got just a buck in exchange for the cheap plastic bracelet he proffered.

[Organic Panic]

Everyone has a hustle.

[Joe 6-pack]

I would have asked if he needed some gas money.