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Old 03-25-2011, 09:58 PM   #22
monster
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Yes, if you have a little cash to spare you should give. But "how?" is the question. First of all, ask yourself what you want to achieve. Do you just want to feel charitable? Or do you really want to help? If the former, then pick the panhandler that tugs your heart-strings/is most convenient and hand the cash over. job done. If the latter, ask yourself "what is this person/organization going to pay for with this cash?" If drugs or fat-cat administrators feature in your answer, look for other options.
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