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Love what you do Mark, you work tirelessly for others who have no platform. I do disagree with you on contacting your representative. When you ask people to do that, you are asking people to waste their time and energy. I was told by one of my US Senator's office that homelessness was not a problem in the US, it is only a problem in a handful of States like California. I was told by my Senators office, that the majority of homeless in Texas and many other States are because personal choice or choices. It is not an urgent problem and definitely not a taxpayer issue. Contacting is a waste of time but voting is not.
In the videos I would like to see how you are helping these people and how we can help them by donating .. making awareness of homelessness is nice but once these ppl do the interviews I hope you find them housing or resources
right.. they’re already struggling, what else do they want? Sad that you can get in trouble for helping out the homeless. It’s like what are we as humans supposed to do just sit there and watch without trying to help.. it’s so sad.. We are DOOMED as humans imo
Cops going after harmless homeless people instead of the more dangerous thugs out there. Ridiculous. These people just need assistance, they dont need to be charged with crimes.
So if you pitch a tent on a public sidewalk , you get a ticket . Urban Camping ???? That interaction alone puts you in a database that says "so and so had an incident /run in with LEO's ". Then in the future, if you go looking for a Job and your prospective employee has a BCI run on you , it will come up. Many employers will not hire you . So no job. Its ALL designed to work against you . God Bless Jerry. I hope he gets his wishes (firstly , that he gets housing ! ).
He would be an excellent advocate for the homeless community. The city officials and the police there should be asking him what to do to help the homeless problem, not issuing him fines!
Been homeless myself and it very nearly was the end of me. Shelter, like food and water is essential for human survival. On top of that you get treated like scum. Its revealing of human nature the way vulnerable people are treated.
Ghost Dog What the hell is wrong with this generation of people. Why is it that there are snob yobs..so arrogant and disrespectful of the baseborns. This is a new phenomenon..we spent decades trying to bring forward human respect and improve their lives. Now:it’s all about self worth..self indulgence,greed , materialism,and morally threadbare ethics. The more you stop and think about it...the more absurd it becomes. The US is supposed to be Christian..lol.
god this is so heart breaking and anger making,its diabolical that people are treated like this in the richest country in the world.The resources are there to give this man a home for god sake,even a small place to rest and stay safe and clean and cook until people can get their life together.This world is so full of terrible iniquity and watching all these videos just makes my blood boil.He is right about how they give more to the rich and not helping the poor.Affordable housing for all.
It doesn't help - like he said in the video description - that people get this mindset that the homeless "deserve" their plight, and if they would only stop being lazy, doing drugs, making bad decisions, expecting handouts, living in an expensive area, etc., they wouldn't be in this mess and they too would be perfect and upright, worthy of having the basic necessities of life. Just go onto any comment board of these videos and you'll see the self-righteous, sanctimonious trolls come slithering out and spitting their venom, seeking whom they may devour. There are just people who love to come on these boards just to verbally kick people who are down.
This is my city of Denver I work for the public transportation system and along my route (East Colfax ave) I’ve got a bus load of people at 2am just trying to keep warm, they’ve got no where else to go, and I sure as hell ain’t gonna throw them off as long as they don’t bother anyone. I’ve been homeless a few times in my life.
I spent a short while homeless after a medical emergency that caused me to lose everything. It took me almost a year to get back on my feet. I quickly found out that I had no friends or support system when I was out there. Thankfully a few strangers and self determination got me thru. It's been a year since and it's still not easy. The cost of living is ridiculous when you're alone. Everyday is a struggle to keep afloat. But I will die before I quit.
Jerry is very well spoken. Jerry you are speaking the truth. I was homeless, I understand. This is the cruelest inhumane time in our history. All creatures need safe shelter to survive. Why aren't us humans who are supposed to be of higher intelligence then animals, treating each other Iike this. Our world is doomed, unless the focus changes and we start helping all people to have what they need to survive. The government is shamelessly letting its citizens die. I am so sorry for all who are left outside. I wish I could do more to help, it breaks my heart. I just got housed and I am disabled. God bless you.
Thank you for always portraying these people well in thumbnails. Its almost always a beautiful smiling picture and I love it. It emphasizes their humanity. As Jerry says, housed people are no different than unhoused people. The only difference is a house. We gotta fix this -- sympathy is not enough, and even that is in too short of supply.
Theses authorities need putting on trial for the inhuman atrocities they do to other human beings...the hidden hand of violence. It’s plain to thoses that possess empathy that people ,especially the elderly living in tents is a cruel thing to happen.
God bless this gentleman and all other homeless people. I'm not from this city, but have lived here long enough to see the changes in this city. America is going through an epidemic of homelessness. It's sad, it's heartbreaking. Hopefully, one day, these problems will be a thing of the past.
I listened to this entire video and I was amazed on how intelligent Jerry is and him being a Marine, our country should be ashamed of how they treat some Veterans....
Sorry your going through this brother. Keep faith and Hope because GOD can and will pull you out of this. I was homeless for a year but now have my own home and moving forward. I know how hard being homeless is. I couldn't even find a bathroom to use and as a recent disabled veteran I couldn't find food or shelter on veterans day. The worst was when i was deathly skinny walking around Nashville begging for water and being denied from restraunts. I was picked up by a sheriff and dropped off in the country and told by the sheriff that my kind was not welcome in Nashville. I was fighting in Afghanistan 24 months earlier and couldn't even find a place to sleep. And everyone is cruel to you in the worst way. Makes you feel like nothing but that is a lie.
Praying, LORD, a clean, safe, affordable home for each person needing a home. Fining people for not having a home is crazy. MERCY GOD!! You gave us Your compassion but too many people refuse to Operate in it. 😥
Lucky... indeed. Seattle (Bellevue) specifically caused my family's trauma. I'm homeless in a coastal beach town now. Upgrade! 😂 I'm planning a graceful death. I'm not gonna get raped out here.
@@frankihatch Well done. I'm sure you got them since they missed all of the promo and debate on it. Never mind some of us live(d) there. Care to elaborate for your next trick?
Is there a way to contribute to Jerry's legal fund or to help him pay his tickets? I don't have much but I would like to help him. I'm near Denver and my partner lives there. I've been homeless so this is close to me
Smart man. Heart breaks for this Marine. Is this how we thank people for their service.? Talk is cheap. Thankful I saw this today, was feeling a lil sorry for myself.
Jerry seems like he would be a great friend that you could just sit on the porch with have coffee and talk about anything under the sun. Its a crying shame that hes been treated like a criminal and fined for camping. Thats a stupid law in that city. I hope by now he has found a place to live and that hes happy and healthy. Do you have an update on him?
Lord let us help the homeless. God Bless this man. Hopefully Dr, Ben Carson can continue to make a difference on the homelessness problem in our country. Merry Christmas.
@@powderandpaint14 Short answer: none! Oh wait...yes he is, he's making more homeless! This is the same idiot who thought tripling the rent on the poorest renters would somehow encourage them to be able to go out and get a highly-skilled, high-paying job and get into one of those fancy penthouse suites - like normal people!
I've seen videos of those Conestoga Huts in the Denver area set up for homeless and very low income. Jerry needs to find those places. Rows of Conestoga Huts in rows for the homeless would be a cheap, fast solution. Lockable, safe, warm, and a community shower big tent, community kitchen mess tent. Very doable.
Please (please) keep us posted on Jerry with what folks can do to directly help him. I am with most here with the contention that NO ONE, particularly a(ny) veteran should be homeless nor hungry. Criminalization of homelessness is not the answer; it ignores and exacerbates the problem.
I'm not saying I would know how to set up a communal housing complex but this could be an option for the group of homeless much like this gentleman. Within the building, part of the living space would be the public areas (kitchen, seating area basic laundry). Each resident would have their own small bedroom and bathroom. Every resident would be assigned a job within and around the building. A code of conduct/rules would need to be established and followed in order for the residents to remain. I realize this just scatches the surface of what something like this might look like but it's just an idea of what could excise if you had a group of people committed enough to the idea to work hard to make it work. If the city could estimate how much the homeless population is costing them that could be the the first step in starting to finance this type of setting. Any government assistance that an individual resident would be subject to would have to be given to the facility where they lived. I know there are so many steps to making something like this work it's just an idea.
The shelter "Industry" only perpetuates itself. Profit for non profits, advocate groups, government programs etc.. obviously not a solution. Affordable Housing is a huge part of the equation.
@@lunepoulet4787 I certainly agree that affordable housing is the answer. I was just putting an idea out there for people like the interviewed man shown here. I truly believe this is a complex issue that requires a number of possible solutions. I am sure there are more qualified people then me to answer this question.
.he was intelligent well spoken and a pleasure to listen to... Although not spoken of here..but wanted those like myself who are disabled know if one collects their SSDI or SS benefits..we can live anywhere really and still get our benefits..i have been homeless several times...and after getting hurt on the job and facing the situation of being incapable of work...my choices were either to live on the streets, in a car or move...i moved to the Philippines and am easily able to support a fam of three..maintain an upper middle class lifestyle for around 800 a month..may not be the choices for all..but for some this knowledge may empower them and hope it helps end homeless among that community..good luck to all
I work for On-Site and homeless people trying to get shelter would have difficulty getting one cause these properties can't understand how it feels like sleeping in the streets. By that I modify these data upon verification just so they could get approved. I know how it feels like being on thier shoes. Having a comfortable house helps people focus, plan and get stuffs going. Hope by this I'm at least help homeless get the comfort they also deserves. Merry Christmas everyone 💕
He knows his housing stats. Thankful for his service. I think the only way the income based housing (which he mentioned) will work is if there's at least 500 units in one building or complex. That way, the owners will be able to offset what they're not getting from the lower end by collecting from the higher end, and that will keep the owners from losing money owning the property. Also, he's right. If there's so many empty houses, why not use them to house people? Mark, I think it would be great if you have us viewers submit to you our questions for the homeless about homelessness. Like how you ask, "What would you like people know about homelessness?" We could submit to you our similar questions for you to ask the homeless in future videos, as well as the questions that you ask.
I visited downtown Denver last year the nights are very cold I can’t imagine how they sleep !!! I saw many homeless everyday I would always give them food it’s very sad
And how, exactly, do they expect a homeless person to pay a fine? Best to take the jail sentence. There, they wind up giving you food, shelter, clothing! It’s quite ridiculous.
Someone please help this well spoken man! Please find housing for him so he can work a job. He would be a wonderful advocate for the homeless. I feel like I learned a lot from his perspective!
This is the number one reason why I decided to buy my own home years ago- but the fates are stacked up against that also! Ergo when mine burned I ended up homeless because the insurance company refused my claim: Farmers insurance from hell!
He's not making any excuses for himself! Still trying to take a leadership role in the midst of his struggles! I wonder if the Marines in Denver can assist him in any way or the government/country in which he's served? This guy is unselfish, smart, works etc....
Im.trying my best to wait on my housing here in Los Angeles. I used to also live in a tent in Denver I had a job. I came out here for more opportunities but landing a job is hard out here.
Can this guy go to the VA for help? He should also advertise on Craigslist or other sites to tell people he's on the streets and he's looking for a room to rent. There's gotta be someone in Denver willing to help this veteran so he can get back on his feet.
I wanted to say that it makes it easier while waiting for housing,if they can rent a storage unit, to keep things secure, and with electricity too, for charging a phone. Join a gym for $9- 10 monthly. That way you keep clean,but don't say a word about being homeless at the gym or workplace. With the Fascist atmosphere in America now, you won't get compassion, you'll get hate. As for that Mayor and his sweeps, shame on that guy !!
Homelessness in America will not end until there is a US President who is serious about addressing this crisis, and that won't happen until there is a public outcry that something must be done about it. But is there a public outcry? Do most people care about this problem??
@Bob Bobbertson The solutions in place haven't solved the issues, partly because of the competition to devise a workable solution doesn't fit the needs, wants, desires of ALL people....
I am 34 y.o. I got 2 boys that are teenagers and if I didnt have a girlfriend I'd b homeless. My child support is outrageous. 500 a month + another 300 in insurance costs. She lives with them one town over and she won't let them live with me half the time directly for the fact SHE WONT GET MONEY from me. I told her its money for kids. Not her bills. Anyways if I missed 1 DAY in a week if bring home 125$. So if they cut us back to 40 hours a week. Yeah. That's rent anymore everywhere if not higher than 500$/mo. Child support needs done away with and parenting needs enforced. Making a person feel entitled to someone else's income is no way to handle the managment of a parents contribution to a child. The government likes it cause they get all that 💰. And the women who cheat or ruin relationships don't care about the time that could b spent with kids and their fathrr when "he should pay me".... If you don't work more than the other parent, you shouldn't get money or custody. The person that's stable with great income should get custody. Not someone getting foodstamps working 20 hours a week. How in the hell can out govt be SO FUCKON dumb to dish out foodstamps to a mother who's getting childsupoort? I mean where in the fuck is the child support $ being used. Obviously not on food. And no one should b paying any other grown persons bills. This is why america is homeless. Not to mention theres no legitimate trickle down
Jerry is very polite because he did not mention if you leave your stuff if the cops don't get it other homeless people will steal from you there is no honor among Thieves anymore
Jerry is an articulate and resourceful person. He would be an excellent candidate to be a House dad, someone who could manage a home for homeless men. The attachment of work to benefits must be stressed. Privacy and freedom to choose where to live comes with a commitment to work. I do understand there's a lack of jobs especially in big cities, but the experiment of providing low income homes in city projects has proven to be a hotbed of criminal activity. If the big cities are too expensive, then why not re-locate to a cheaper place to live where a low paying job can provide for a reasonable place to live? Or live with family which is the best alternative in terms of emotional support. We encourage our crisis clients to find work and not depend on a government paycheck or government housing. We provide the emotional support when family support is not an option. It's not difficult to setup a crisis center for anyone who wishes to learn more, contact help@ababysbreath.org,
Oh yeah, one time I got put off the bus that runs Colfax avenue because I fell asleep. I paid to ride and the asshole put me off for sleeping. In Colorado the daytime highs are like overnight lows anywhere else.
To be fair, providing housing with tax dollars will not really make housing less expensive. This would cause inflation and would further add to the national debt. The better solution is to stop relying on a government which couldn't care less, work to take away their power over the economy, and allow the free market to make lower-income housing become cheaper with less regulations and taxes on housing/land. Also decrease taxes/regulations on businesses to increase jobs, and remove/lower the minimum wage so more jobs can be available which pay low amounts, but require low effort/skill/time. ($8/hr is better than $0/hr.)
Sad, we can do better for our Veterans. Shame on those Judges - Fire them - We the People There are a lot of apartments that have 40% or more vacancies. But they don't want to lower the rent or what's a deposit or if you have bad credit. Shameful and also for private owners as well.
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Love what you do Mark, you work tirelessly for others who have no platform. I do disagree with you on contacting your representative. When you ask people to do that, you are asking people to waste their time and energy. I was told by one of my US Senator's office that homelessness was not a problem in the US, it is only a problem in a handful of States like California. I was told by my Senators office, that the majority of homeless in Texas and many other States are because personal choice or choices. It is not an urgent problem and definitely not a taxpayer issue. Contacting is a waste of time but voting is not.
In the videos I would like to see how you are helping these people and how we can help them by donating .. making awareness of homelessness is nice but once these ppl do the interviews I hope you find them housing or resources
So sick that homeless people getting fined for sleeping where the hell they supposed to go? Basic human right to exist .
yeoldmedic it’s like something out 2nd world war under hitler...now the enemy from within.
@@susanbrown2909 Sadly not many people realize real enemy
It's just sad, helping one another is not in fashion anymore.
Truth will return
right.. they’re already struggling, what else do they want? Sad that you can get in trouble for helping out the homeless. It’s like what are we as humans supposed to do just sit there and watch without trying to help.. it’s so sad.. We are DOOMED as humans imo
Cops going after harmless homeless people instead of the more dangerous thugs out there. Ridiculous. These people just need assistance, they dont need to be charged with crimes.
Low hanging fruit and free overtime. Theres a financial incentive.
Jerry Esque or ticketed for which they of course can not pay...
my first crappy video Billy damn bruh it almost like capitalism sucks
This guy is very knowledgeable and well-spoken...real talk.
A very intelligent and informed man!!! Blessings to you brother! ✌🏼❤️🙏🏼
When you’re homeless it’s when you truly feel the loneliest and you see who your real friends are. I’ve been there. Keep your head up bro
real friend don't exist only God.
LobFak Art God doesn’t exist
@@TuneBloomOfficial he does lol
LobFak Art a real brother or sister in Christ is a true friend but I still wouldn’t fully trust anyone.
@@abigailmarughu3403 No, she doesn't exist
So if you pitch a tent on a public sidewalk , you get a ticket . Urban Camping ???? That interaction alone puts you in a database that says "so and so had an incident /run in with LEO's ". Then in the future, if you go looking for a Job and your prospective employee has a BCI run on you , it will come up. Many employers will not hire you . So no job. Its ALL designed to work against you . God Bless Jerry. I hope he gets his wishes (firstly , that he gets housing ! ).
Cant pay the fines , goes directly to jail and also wipes out their credit , rinse and repeat
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He would be an excellent advocate for the homeless community. The city officials and the police there should be asking him what to do to help the homeless problem, not issuing him fines!
Been homeless myself and it very nearly was the end of me. Shelter, like food and water is essential for human survival. On top of that you get treated like scum. Its revealing of human nature the way vulnerable people are treated.
Ghost Dog What the hell is wrong with this generation of people.
Why is it that there are snob yobs..so arrogant and disrespectful of the baseborns.
This is a new phenomenon..we spent decades trying to bring forward human respect and improve their lives.
Now:it’s all about self worth..self indulgence,greed , materialism,and morally threadbare ethics.
The more you stop and think about it...the more absurd it becomes.
The US is supposed to be Christian..lol.
@@susanbrown2909 It's not just this generation. The poor and homeless have always been treated worse the animals
“Respect, Honesty, Courage, Rectitude, Loyalty, Honour, Benevolence”
I hope you find the help you deserve. God bless .
Jerry is an intelligent and articulate man. Some of these politicians need to listen to him. I hope and pray he gets permanent housing 💜🙏🏾
god this is so heart breaking and anger making,its diabolical that people are treated like this in the richest country in the world.The resources are there to give this man a home for god sake,even a small place to rest and stay safe and clean and cook until people can get their life together.This world is so full of terrible iniquity and watching all these videos just makes my blood boil.He is right about how they give more to the rich and not helping the poor.Affordable housing for all.
Well said!!!!
It doesn't help - like he said in the video description - that people get this mindset that the homeless "deserve" their plight, and if they would only stop being lazy, doing drugs, making bad decisions, expecting handouts, living in an expensive area, etc., they wouldn't be in this mess and they too would be perfect and upright, worthy of having the basic necessities of life. Just go onto any comment board of these videos and you'll see the self-righteous, sanctimonious trolls come slithering out and spitting their venom, seeking whom they may devour. There are just people who love to come on these boards just to verbally kick people who are down.
He’s very intelligent wow .. Lord please help this man ..
This is my city of Denver I work for the public transportation system and along my route (East Colfax ave) I’ve got a bus load of people at 2am just trying to keep warm, they’ve got no where else to go, and I sure as hell ain’t gonna throw them off as long as they don’t bother anyone. I’ve been homeless a few times in my life.
Marcus M. Thank you for letting them stay on your bus! Your the best!
You are really ma bro! Well done of you!✌
You're cool 👍
Thank you for making life a little easier on struggling people. You're a good guy. Denver is a rough place to be homeless
Marcus M. God bless you!
Been homeless ain't a joke! Dame, wtf is going on in this world! Be strong bro! There is beauty in the struggle!☝
Love ya brother. God Bless.
Most people are not making $100 K per year. He's hit the nail on the head there.
I've never seen this articulated so well. Make this man President!
God bless you sir for your service to our country may you find housing soon
Jerry is a very special person I hope he gets his home.
I spent a short while homeless after a medical emergency that caused me to lose everything. It took me almost a year to get back on my feet. I quickly found out that I had no friends or support system when I was out there. Thankfully a few strangers and self determination got me thru. It's been a year since and it's still not easy. The cost of living is ridiculous when you're alone. Everyday is a struggle to keep afloat. But I will die before I quit.
This man knows it all. God bless him and I wish him all the best in 2020.
Jerry is very well spoken. Jerry you are speaking the truth. I was homeless, I understand. This is the cruelest inhumane time in our history. All creatures need safe shelter to survive. Why aren't us humans who are supposed to be of higher intelligence then animals, treating each other Iike this. Our world is doomed, unless the focus changes and we start helping all people to have what they need to survive. The government is shamelessly letting its citizens die. I am so sorry for all who are left outside. I wish I could do more to help, it breaks my heart. I just got housed and I am disabled. God bless you.
Thank you for always portraying these people well in thumbnails. Its almost always a beautiful smiling picture and I love it. It emphasizes their humanity.
As Jerry says, housed people are no different than unhoused people. The only difference is a house. We gotta fix this -- sympathy is not enough, and even that is in too short of supply.
Theses authorities need putting on trial for the inhuman atrocities they do to other human beings...the hidden hand of violence.
It’s plain to thoses that possess empathy that people ,especially the elderly living in tents is a cruel thing to happen.
God bless this gentleman and all other homeless people. I'm not from this city, but have lived here long enough to see the changes in this city. America is going through an epidemic of homelessness. It's sad, it's heartbreaking. Hopefully, one day, these problems will be a thing of the past.
We all deserve a roof,food and warmth but sadly it is a luxury.In the UK families used to look after there own but things have changed.
Now that was a good interview
I listened to this entire video and I was amazed on how intelligent Jerry is and him being a Marine, our country should be ashamed of how they treat some Veterans....
Sorry your going through this brother. Keep faith and Hope because GOD can and will pull you out of this. I was homeless for a year but now have my own home and moving forward. I know how hard being homeless is. I couldn't even find a bathroom to use and as a recent disabled veteran I couldn't find food or shelter on veterans day. The worst was when i was deathly skinny walking around Nashville begging for water and being denied from restraunts. I was picked up by a sheriff and dropped off in the country and told by the sheriff that my kind was not welcome in Nashville. I was fighting in Afghanistan 24 months earlier and couldn't even find a place to sleep. And everyone is cruel to you in the worst way. Makes you feel like nothing but that is a lie.
Only positive political policies will help this man!
EXCELLENT AND INFORMATIVE VIDEO ON THE UNHOUSED PEOPLE WHO ARE STRUGGLING WITH HOMELESSNESS!
Praying, LORD, a clean, safe, affordable home for each person needing a home. Fining people for not having a home is crazy. MERCY GOD!! You gave us Your compassion but too many people refuse to Operate in it. 😥
@Jay Harter Yes, I do. He hears and sees all. Merry Christmas.
@Jay Harter The LORD does not sleep nor slumber.........But my GOD shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.
@@Rita-23 He's not supplying basic needs to millions of people around the world. Y'all need to wake up!
Amen 🙏💛
We're lucky in Seattle. There aren't any laws about urban camping. I hope this guy wins his case!
Lucky... indeed. Seattle (Bellevue) specifically caused my family's trauma. I'm homeless in a coastal beach town now. Upgrade! 😂 I'm planning a graceful death. I'm not gonna get raped out here.
watch seattle is dying documentary
@@frankihatch Well done. I'm sure you got them since they missed all of the promo and debate on it. Never mind some of us live(d) there. Care to elaborate for your next trick?
@@sanjon2778 🔥❤🔥
Is there a way to contribute to Jerry's legal fund or to help him pay his tickets? I don't have much but I would like to help him. I'm near Denver and my partner lives there. I've been homeless so this is close to me
Frances East , i would do the same thing. I live 30 minutes from there.
no updates on this?
Smart man. Heart breaks for this Marine. Is this how we thank people for their service.? Talk is cheap. Thankful I saw this today, was feeling a lil sorry for myself.
Jerry seems like he would be a great friend that you could just sit on the porch with have coffee and talk about anything under the sun. Its a crying shame that hes been treated like a criminal and fined for camping. Thats a stupid law in that city. I hope by now he has found a place to live and that hes happy and healthy. Do you have an update on him?
Thank you sir for the information. My prayers are with you.
Lord let us help the homeless. God Bless this man. Hopefully Dr, Ben Carson can continue to make a difference on the homelessness problem in our country. Merry Christmas.
What difference is Ben Carson making?!
@@powderandpaint14 Short answer: none! Oh wait...yes he is, he's making more homeless! This is the same idiot who thought tripling the rent on the poorest renters would somehow encourage them to be able to go out and get a highly-skilled, high-paying job and get into one of those fancy penthouse suites - like normal people!
@@denisemayosky1955 That's what I thought...
@ C Truth Are you kidding me? Ben Carson has slashed the HUD budget!
I've seen videos of those Conestoga Huts in the Denver area set up for homeless and very low income. Jerry needs to find those places. Rows of Conestoga Huts in rows for the homeless would be a cheap, fast solution. Lockable, safe, warm, and a community shower big tent, community kitchen mess tent. Very doable.
Please (please) keep us posted on Jerry with what folks can do to directly help him. I am with most here with the contention that NO ONE, particularly a(ny) veteran should be homeless nor hungry. Criminalization of homelessness is not the answer; it ignores and exacerbates the problem.
This has been happening for more than 30 years tho...
This man should run for president. He knows more than other candidates.
Excellent segment. I wish I knew what to do
Very disgusting the way our veterans are treated....SHAME!!!
Being on the street in Denver sucks. You cant sleep anywhere and there are no public bathrooms.
I'm not saying I would know how to set up a communal housing complex but this could be an option for the group of homeless much like this gentleman. Within the building, part of the living space would be the public areas (kitchen, seating area basic laundry).
Each resident would have their own small bedroom and bathroom. Every resident would be assigned a job within and around the building. A code of conduct/rules would need to be established and followed in order for the residents to remain.
I realize this just scatches the surface of what something like this might look like but it's just an idea of what could excise if you had a group of people committed enough to the idea to work hard to make it work. If the city could estimate how much the homeless population is costing them that could be the the first step in starting to finance this type of setting. Any government assistance that an individual resident would be subject to would have to be given to the facility where they lived. I know there are so many steps to making something like this work it's just an idea.
The shelter "Industry" only perpetuates itself. Profit for non profits, advocate groups, government programs etc.. obviously not a solution. Affordable Housing is a huge part of the equation.
@@lunepoulet4787 I certainly agree that affordable housing is the answer.
I was just putting an idea out there for people like the interviewed man shown here. I truly believe this is a complex issue that requires a number of possible solutions. I am sure there are more qualified people then me to answer this question.
That's how shelters of today began...
Prayers to all the homeless, may god hear your prayers . 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏
Hey Shaker, that's bullshit. You did nothing but make yourself feel better.
.he was intelligent well spoken and a pleasure to listen to...
Although not spoken of here..but wanted those like myself who are disabled know if one collects their SSDI or SS benefits..we can live anywhere really and still get our benefits..i have been homeless several times...and after getting hurt on the job and facing the situation of being incapable of work...my choices were either to live on the streets, in a car or move...i moved to the Philippines and am easily able to support a fam of three..maintain an upper middle class lifestyle for around 800 a month..may not be the choices for all..but for some this knowledge may empower them and hope it helps end homeless among that community..good luck to all
I work for On-Site and homeless people trying to get shelter would have difficulty getting one cause these properties can't understand how it feels like sleeping in the streets. By that I modify these data upon verification just so they could get approved. I know how it feels like being on thier shoes. Having a comfortable house helps people focus, plan and get stuffs going. Hope by this I'm at least help homeless get the comfort they also deserves. Merry Christmas everyone 💕
This man speaks the truth.
A very intelligent man indeed. I hope he finds his way soon. Homelessness is a huge shame on America .
i wish Jerry all the best and a bright future.. hopefully it works out for him :)
He knows his housing stats. Thankful for his service.
I think the only way the income based housing (which he mentioned) will work is if there's at least 500 units in one building or complex. That way, the owners will be able to offset what they're not getting from the lower end by collecting from the higher end, and that will keep the owners from losing money owning the property.
Also, he's right. If there's so many empty houses, why not use them to house people?
Mark, I think it would be great if you have us viewers submit to you our questions for the homeless about homelessness. Like how you ask, "What would you like people know about homelessness?" We could submit to you our similar questions for you to ask the homeless in future videos, as well as the questions that you ask.
I visited downtown Denver last year the nights are very cold I can’t imagine how they sleep !!! I saw many homeless everyday I would always give them food it’s very sad
God Bless Jerry. I pray and hope that you find housing. In Jesus Name. Amen.
well spoken guy. i'd vote for him.
Give these help a HOME!! I HATE THIS....PRAYERS🙌
And how, exactly, do they expect a homeless person to pay a fine? Best to take the jail sentence. There, they wind up giving you food, shelter, clothing! It’s quite ridiculous.
Thank you my brother for what u do for the people of God in Jesus Christ Holly name amen.
Someone please help this well spoken man! Please find housing for him so he can work a job. He would be a wonderful advocate for the homeless. I feel like I learned a lot from his perspective!
This is the number one reason why I decided to buy my own home years ago- but the fates are stacked up against that also! Ergo when mine burned I ended up homeless because the insurance company refused my claim: Farmers insurance from hell!
This HG guy is awesome😊
Can we get updates on him ?
nothing but truth he spoke
Very intelligent and personable man. I wish him all the luck in the world. This is Dystopian Capitalism.
displacement is disturbing the peace
Very intelligent man. Served his country and can’t find a affordable place to live. Damn shame!!!
He's not making any excuses for himself! Still trying to take a leadership role in the midst of his struggles! I wonder if the Marines in Denver can assist him in any way or the government/country in which he's served? This guy is unselfish, smart, works etc....
I would love to help this King, how can I do so?
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What camera and lens u use your videos be sharp and clear
This was a GH4 with kit lens.
+Invisible people : Do you plan to do an update on this son of Zion....??
This dude fuckin gets it and I hope the best for him
Another houseless gentleman that understands how the (Oligarch) system works.
Im.trying my best to wait on my housing here in Los Angeles. I used to also live in a tent in Denver I had a job. I came out here for more opportunities but landing a job is hard out here.
Can this guy go to the VA for help? He should also advertise on Craigslist or other sites to tell people he's on the streets and he's looking for a room to rent. There's gotta be someone in Denver willing to help this veteran so he can get back on his feet.
I wanted to say that it makes it easier while waiting for housing,if they can rent a storage unit, to keep things secure, and with electricity too, for charging a phone. Join a gym for $9- 10 monthly. That way you keep clean,but don't say a word about being homeless at the gym or workplace. With the Fascist atmosphere in America now, you won't get compassion, you'll get hate. As for that Mayor and his sweeps, shame on that guy !!
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Homelessness in America will not end until there is a US President who is serious about addressing this crisis, and that won't happen until there is a public outcry that something must be done about it. But is there a public outcry? Do most people care about this problem??
@Bob Bobbertson The solutions in place haven't solved the issues, partly because of the competition to devise a workable solution doesn't fit the needs, wants, desires of ALL people....
You need to include the names of the mayors and people responsible in these videos.
The comfort of the rich depends on an abundant supply of the poor (Voltaire). At least our wealthy folks are very comfortable.
What are we going to do as humans you guys. 😭😭😭 this is so sad
Stay up Jerry .🙏
The poor gentleman needs to get to the hospital. Judging by his eyes, I would say he has some degree of liver failure. Stay safe.
I am 34 y.o. I got 2 boys that are teenagers and if I didnt have a girlfriend I'd b homeless. My child support is outrageous. 500 a month + another 300 in insurance costs. She lives with them one town over and she won't let them live with me half the time directly for the fact SHE WONT GET MONEY from me. I told her its money for kids. Not her bills. Anyways if I missed 1 DAY in a week if bring home 125$. So if they cut us back to 40 hours a week. Yeah. That's rent anymore everywhere if not higher than 500$/mo. Child support needs done away with and parenting needs enforced. Making a person feel entitled to someone else's income is no way to handle the managment of a parents contribution to a child. The government likes it cause they get all that 💰. And the women who cheat or ruin relationships don't care about the time that could b spent with kids and their fathrr when "he should pay me".... If you don't work more than the other parent, you shouldn't get money or custody. The person that's stable with great income should get custody. Not someone getting foodstamps working 20 hours a week. How in the hell can out govt be SO FUCKON dumb to dish out foodstamps to a mother who's getting childsupoort? I mean where in the fuck is the child support $ being used. Obviously not on food. And no one should b paying any other grown persons bills. This is why america is homeless. Not to mention theres no legitimate trickle down
Ps I quit working. I help people here and there and sell stuff I find for free. I'm not going to work for a paycheck ever again
This smart guy should be the mayor of Denver. Sure will do way better for all
Jerry is very polite because he did not mention if you leave your stuff if the cops don't get it other homeless people will steal from you there is no honor among Thieves anymore
Seems like the last days too me Lord help us!
Jerry is an articulate and resourceful person. He would be an excellent candidate to be a House dad, someone who could manage a home for homeless men. The attachment of work to benefits must be stressed. Privacy and freedom to choose where to live comes with a commitment to work. I do understand there's a lack of jobs especially in big cities, but the experiment of providing low income homes in city projects has proven to be a hotbed of criminal activity. If the big cities are too expensive, then why not re-locate to a cheaper place to live where a low paying job can provide for a reasonable place to live? Or live with family which is the best alternative in terms of emotional support. We encourage our crisis clients to find work and not depend on a government paycheck or government housing. We provide the emotional support when family support is not an option. It's not difficult to setup a crisis center for anyone who wishes to learn more, contact help@ababysbreath.org,
21st Century slavery he's absolutely right. I hope he was helped. Such a bright guy x
homeless is bad enough but a VETERAN and homeless really is a terrible look for the country. a vet should never have to be in a situation like that
To make America Great would take ensuring every American has a home , a job and access to healthcare ,anything less is just jibber jabber jive.
Oh yeah, one time I got put off the bus that runs Colfax avenue because I fell asleep. I paid to ride and the asshole put me off for sleeping. In Colorado the daytime highs are like overnight lows anywhere else.
To be fair, providing housing with tax dollars will not really make housing less expensive. This would cause inflation and would further add to the national debt. The better solution is to stop relying on a government which couldn't care less, work to take away their power over the economy, and allow the free market to make lower-income housing become cheaper with less regulations and taxes on housing/land. Also decrease taxes/regulations on businesses to increase jobs, and remove/lower the minimum wage so more jobs can be available which pay low amounts, but require low effort/skill/time. ($8/hr is better than $0/hr.)
Sad, we can do better for our Veterans.
Shame on those Judges - Fire them - We the People
There are a lot of apartments that have 40% or more vacancies. But they don't want to lower the rent or what's a deposit or if you have bad credit. Shameful and also for private owners as well.
Universal Basic Income would help reduce hopelessness. It's time for bold and new ideas in Washington...
Such a genuine guy
Subsidized housing is needed
I've been there before. For about a couple of weeks I didn't have an address .
I bet you will never forget what it's like.
@@scottmorrison466 No, I won't .
@@victorallencook7107 I won't either. It helps you make good choices.
what about sleeping in a car or van in Denver?
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