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Hard Times Lead to Dangerous Times
The economy and environment we have in the U.S. right now is intense. Many are facing difficulties they never thought they would. Add to that the idea of losing possessions from your own front yard and you have the makings of a very tumultuous situation.
A man was killed recently when he tried to stop men who were trying to take his car in Alabama. His car was being repossessed at 2:30 a.m., and he didn't know what was going on at the time. All he knew was that someone was taking his vehicle. An exchange of gunfire took place and resulted in the loss of a man's life.
I think this is a pretty sad, yet significant sign of the times. I think most people will agree that, whatever the reason might be, no one likes having their possessions taken away from them. That's especially the case at a time when most people don't know how they're going to pay their next bill.
The loss of a man's life over the issue of money is out of the question. I understand that creditors and agencies have a responsibility to do their jobs. They also have a responsibility however to do their jobs both respectfully and responsibly.
Speaking honestly, things may very well get worse before they get better in the U.S. In the meantime, we're going to have to take the extra steps necessary to make sure we remain civil and clear-headed in order to get through this storm. Despite the losses our country may face over the next few years, the loss of life due to rough economic times shouldn't be one of them.
It's time we started living by better principles in our society.