Anyone who thinks standing by the side of the road in the Florida sun is a scam and that these people make exorbitant sums of money .... should just get themselves out there to see what it is really like. Go stand on the side of the street and revel in what merriment you might be enjoying. Too often we rely upon stories told to us by other who "know". I doubt if they know to be perfectly frank.
While you may not be inclined to part with your money, you should just drive on and not disparage people who but for the grace of god could be you tomorrow!
Personally, since I cannot afford to give to everyone who asks for money, I take it upon myself to "adopt" one of these people. Every couple of weeks, I drop them a twenty. I really don't care what they use it on. If I was reduced to begging on the streets, I might want to use a twenty to go get totally drunk. I won't deny someone to do what they want with the funds they have in their possession. It is their choice. Giving them a chunk of money is my choice.
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