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December 24, 2005

The Compassion of Partisan Democrats

Posted by Dave Blount at December 24, 2005 10:15 AM

Ted Hayes is the kind of guy who makes the world around him a better place. His efforts to help the homeless treat not only the symptoms, but the disease that causes them. Democrats don't much seem to appreciate his efforts.

Hayes founded Dome Village, which houses the homeless and also helps them take charge of their lives, so that they won't be needing assistance in the future. They aren't swamped with sanctimonious pity or exploited for political purposes, but helped to fix their broken lives:

The Dome Village's philosophy of self-governance, responsibility, productivity, volunteerism and respect for individuals and the community right where they are, allows avenues for homeless people to seek empowerment and make a break from the chronic cycle and psyche of homelessness.

Unfortunately the project's landlord, Kerry donor Milton Sidley, discovered that Hayes is a Republican, apparently from this article in the LA Times. He reacted by increasing the rent by over 630%.

In explanation of the rent increase, Sidley reportedly declared, "This Democrat is tired of supporting Ted and his Dome Village."

Unless Hayes can come up with a fortune, the people he has helped will soon be back on the street. But at least no one will be poisoning their minds with sinister concepts like personal responsibility.

Hat tips: Brain Terminal, Libertas, on a tip from V the K.