And around here, they do accost you, you cant go in the stores without being bothered
But I will say the salvation army isnt as bad as some of the others
How much of a bother is it to just say no? Or say nothing at all? Or just throw in some pocket change? What might that add up to in a year... 10 bucks for a good cause? Maybe if you donated some loose change a few times a year to a worthy cause, you wouldn't feel so guilty (accosted).