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Briscall wrote that "the distribution of wealth in any society can exacerbate homelessness," but added that "any perceived difference… can lead to the mistreatment of others." Many homeless people are also part of other marginalized groups—people of colour, queer people, those with mental illnesses or physical disabilities—that can increase their stigmatization.Videos of people abusing homeless people may be relatively rare, but it's clear that the abuse itself is not. While the end of poverty and homelessness remain elusive goals, we need to work towards a society in which fellow humans, no matter how vulnerable or exposed, are still seen as humans with the dignity and respect that entails.
@tyelland