Street peddling is protected speech. Panhandling is a viable, hard-working job. Imagine sitting or standing for a few hours with a sign that reads, "Homeless, Need Help, God Bless." That's all it takes for a few panhandlers to make a wad of money.

It's time to protect the rights of panhandlers while ensuring government gets their "fair share." Basically, let's make them pay.

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