By Larry Mollin Santa Monica
I was distressed to read in this weekend’s edition of the SMDP (page 1) the negative comments of City Manager Susan McCarthy regarding the idea for a sobering center proposed by newly elected Councilman Bobby Shriver. Mr. Shriver was elected by over 20,000 voters in this city who wanted change, especially with the policies regarding the homeless. In a city where the strains of social activism run deep, perhaps Ms. McCarthy should remember one of activism’s most trusted dictums — “If you are not part of the solution, you are part of the problem.” Let’s get positive on a way to clean up our streets, alleys, promenades and parks.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on December 20, 2004. Read the original PDF.