Habitrail for Humanity - What? They’re not grateful?
From the Onion:… Habitrail For Humanity, the faith-based, non-profit group that builds networks of affordable, transparent-tube housing for needy families, has come under intense criticism for its recent projects in the Payneville area….”This is no way for people to live,” said Kentucky Family Outreach coordinator Martin Weiss, speaking Monday in front of a half-constructed, five-story Habitrail outside Payneville… “While it’s true that poor Americans need a viable alternative to housing projects, placing them in large, confusing warrens of see-through cylinders is not the solution.”….full text.
The real Habitat builds homes all over the world for hard-working people of all religions. Here in Albuquerque, they’ve built 118 homes, many of which went to single working mothers (several of whom also somehow manage to go to school and get a degree. I couldn’t do it. ) Families have to qualify for a no-interest mortgage, pay down payments and invest 500 hours of sweat equity. So, next time you’re headed to Starbucks for your second 1/2-1/2 Skim Mocha Latte of the day - stop and instead donate the dollars to give somebody a hand up - not a hand out. If you’re in Albuquerque, go here. Outside of Albuquerque: go here. …Or give it to the worthy cause of your choice, just for that one day.
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