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Putting in the work

“Sacramento County spent $177.5 million on homelessness. See where the money went,” (sacbee.com, Nov. 27)

I agree with the money that was spent on homelessness by Sacramento County. In the month of October, it was reported that 10,589 families were able to stay in their homes, and Sacramento County is responsible for the health and mental health services for all those unhoused.

I strongly feel that Sacramento has done a great job at taking care of their homeless population in the county. Out of the $177.5 million spent, some of it went to non-permanent shelters, permanent housing and homeless prevention and diversion. Unhoused people do not always get the help they need, and many are ignored. Not everyone has a chance to get back on their feet. So if we can give them the boost they need, it can change their life.

Jelena Constantino

Stockton

Nothing new

“Democrats fear that Biden’s Israel-Hamas war stance could cost him reelection in Michigan,” (sacbee.com, Nov. 2)

I’m writing to share my opinion regarding President Joe Biden’s suggestion that the Hamas attacks were inspired by progressing U.S. diplomacy with Saudi Arabia. This conflict has ruined the lives of many individuals. Homes have been destroyed, people have been kidnapped and thousands of Palestinians, including children, have been killed. Maria Soto

Stockton

Opinion

Dereliction of duty

“Democrats searching for California shoplifting solutions,” (sacbee.com, Nov. 20)

It is no surprise that, as “California is now leading the nation in the number of homeless residents, we are also the leader in organized retail crime,” as written by The Bee’s Tom Philp. What is also shocking — and what should be a wake up call to all — is the misnamed Assembly Public Safety Committee’s total disregard for the well-being of state residents.

Philp’s piece also reports on the failure of the committee to act in a reasonable manner on issues related to tragic and often preventable deaths due to fentanyl overdoses, as well as the heinous continued exploitation of minors due to sex trafficking in the state. This dereliction of duty on the part of the committee can no longer be tolerated.

Bill Motmans

Sacramento

Horrifying

“CA teen sold nudes with father’s help, El Dorado sheriff says,” (sacbee.com, Nov. 28)

The fact that online pornography has become so accessible to children is horrifying. Now, teens are able to sell themselves on the internet. The fact that the father in this case helped his daughter do it is even worse. The state must pass new legislation that makes these companies accountable for what goes on their websites. A child should not be able to sell their pictures.

El Dorado County should take action with this case and demand that the sites where these pictures were sold take responsibility — as well as the father.

Eduardo Carrillo

Stockton

Carter’s legacy

“Rosalynn and Jimmy Carter were not only a global power couple but also best friends and life mates,” (sacbee.com, Nov. 26)

Rosalynn Carter was a humanitarian through and through. She will be remembered for her active role in pushing the Equal Rights Amendment and including the LGBTQ+ community in her advocacy work for mental health and caregivers. Paul Bacon

Hallandale Beach, Fla.

True representative democracy

“Ahead of U.S. Democracy Day, California lawmakers take steps to strengthen a fragile process,” (sacbee.com, Sept. 15)

Many Americans across the country know enough history to understand that what is going on with the country is not new. What is new is the influence (good or bad) of social media on the public.

Elected officials, from SCOTUS to the local dog catcher, have continued to impose their religion on the rest of the nation with no regard for the separation of church and state. Why should we have separation of church and state? Because I do not want your religion to be imposed on the rest of the nation.

When the majority of our citizenry will be allowed (or compelled like Australia) to vote, this country will be a true representative democracy. This has not happened yet in the 56 years I have lived in this country.

What next?

Fabrizio Griguoli

Shell Beach