By Ray Cardello for April 8, 2024, Season 25 / Post 41

How is this even a story in America? Have we lost every semblance of common sense that we can no longer distinguish between right and wrong at face value? Have we become so divisive that we must pick sides no matter how simplistic the situation is? Has society become so confused by victimhood that we no longer know what is legal or not?

In today’s America, if you are fortunate enough to enjoy an extended vacation or have a second home, you must consider the security of your property in your absence. You must have a 24/7 security system or schedule someone to check your residence frequently to ensure unwanted guests have not moved in during your absence. Not long ago, it was enough to lock the doors, but not in this WOKE, insane world that has taken over reality and common sense.

What used to be called a break-in or home invasion is now called Squatting, and the criminals are reclassified as Squatters. In the era of victimhood, squatters need shelter and are entitled to the shelter that you have. In some cities and states, these squatters are given more rights under the law than you do as the legal owner. You not only left your home, but you unknowingly put out the vacancy sign. These squatters simply saw an opportunity and acted on it. You have no right to make them leave. Did I say this is insane? (Grammarly just told me “insane” is insensitive. That’s the problem. We need to be less sensitive and call it as we see it).

It is not a coincidence that the incidents of Squatting have increased exponentially with the opening of the southern border. America was already experiencing a housing shortage. The conversion of apartments to condos has proven more profitable and stable for developers or owners but is frustrating for young adults looking for their first residence. Homeownership used to be a reality for most people, but it is becoming attainable only for the upper class. This scenario is a sad reality for Americans, and now, with three million illegal migrants needing places to stay, we have achieved critical mass with housing opportunities.

Unfortunately, we need new laws to protect people from the system that has abandoned them. In Liberal cities like New York, Chicago, or Baltimore, the legal system favors the Squatters, and homeowners are left to find alternative housing and spend unnecessary sums of money for legal assistance to regain entry into their own property. I’m sorry, did I say this is insane?

To add insult to injury, the properties have been destroyed when the Squatters are finally removed, and the owners are allowed to return to their homes. It is not enough for Squatters to live illegally in someone’s home. They must trash it. It may be insensitive to say it, but these Squatters are not human. They know they are breaking the law, but then they must destroy someone’s belongings out of disrespect or envy.

We are complicit that Squatting exists. By allowing our Justice System to be soft on crime, we are facilitating the breakdown of society. We set offenders free as businesses and people flee metropolitan areas for safer suburbs. But that is putting a bandaid on a gunshot wound. This problem will swell into the burbs if left unchecked. It is up to us to fight back against this Progressive agenda that wants to destroy America and get people back into office who understand right and wrong and love America. The clock is ticking, and it is time we become warriors and not observers. If we want to retain our rights and this great country, we must be willing to take the steps to hold it.