My group topic, homelessness, is an undeniably large issue not just in America, but across the world. My podcast regards how big cities affect or discriminate against homeless people. Since many homeless people most likely have mental disabilities or other issues, it is very easy for them to be discriminated. Throughout the podcast, I describe instances where big cities affect homeless people either harshly or in a helpful manner; although it is not very common to see homeless people being treated with respect from any of these big cities or corporations that persistently try and dig homeless people into a larger hole. This creates an endless cycle, which many homeless people are stuck in, with no help.
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