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Make room at the inn

What is the value of a human life?

In Spokane there is no room at the “inn.”

Regarding the article on homelessness dated Dec. 12, 2021 in the Spokesman-Review (“Why are we out in the cold?; Spokane’s tight housing market stymies homeless rehousing efforts despite available assistance money”): Any fair market on rentals need to include the homeless.

Private landlords should examine their conscience. And more homeless shelters are needed.

Maybe someday, Jesus, Mary and Joseph will find a room at the Inn in Spokane.

Michael T. McGuire

Spokane



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