[Mpls] Mayor Rybak and panhandling

[Terrell Brown]

Under the "leadership" of Mayor Rybak, panhandling has become the city's 
leading growth industry.  Now you can find downtown panhandlers at least as 
early as 6 in the morning, something that you would never see before Rybak 
assumed command at City Hall.

While walking home from work a week or so ago, one younger panhandler had 
become a bit more original with his sign, it simply said in neatly printed 
letters on what looked to be fresh cardboard "Will hold sign for money."  At 
least he was a bit more origninal.

Problem with the early morning panhandling (as opposed to when its daylight) 
is that it's more difficult to tell the panhandlers from the muggers.  With 
all the additional permits to carry being handed out somebody is going to 
get shot.  Then I guess the crime rate is well up and the promised new cops 
don't come on line until after the election.  (Any bets on if the promise is 
kept?)


Terrell Brown
Loring Park