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The difference between a business/church/politician is that they must request money within a certain construct or process.There are rules and regulations for such a request. Paperwork must be filled out. Consequences if not handled appropriately. Panhandlers do not have any such rules and therefore can create chaos in their attempt to request money. I have seen for myself safety issues and traffic issues with those panhandling on Rt. 2 and Pontiac Ave. The panhandler and driver must be mindful and careful during each interaction. There are also stories caught on camera where someone is panhandling and then goes back to their BMW in a parking lot with their daily gains. There are not parameters for panhandling and it is starting to cause more problems than help. There are programs and churches that can and do help those that require assistance. But it is much easier to stand on the corner and beg for money. And if they don't get money? Bang on the window and curse at the driver. There are no rules to follow, no church guidelines to be met. AND just so we are clear, I believe in helping the less fortunate but not by handing over cash that may or may not be used to help a family or for food.