Dr Amos Wilson: freedom from mental oppression

6th Ward Methodone Clinc

     It was recently brought to my attention that the methadone clinic located in the 6th Ward continues to be an issue of concern regarding the clinic's clients, who leave excessive trash in the area, and pose a perceived potential threat to children who reside and attend daycare facilities nearby. A task force was proposed three years ago, and from what I'm hearing, nothing has been resolved.  Alderman Sawyer recommended that negatively affected residents should have complained to the Business Affairs and Consumer Protection Office. All that does is demonstrate that he personally, as the elected representative of the Ward, is not willing to personally do anything to make this situation better.  My Brothers Brian Garner and Richard Wooten recommended moving the clinic, or "working with the community", respectively, to address this issue.
Personally, my first thought concerning this issue was to have the Chicago Police round up and duly process incapacitated individuals who are clearly in no condition to function normally, while having just gotten high legally, the moment they leave this clinic. Being repeatedly detained by the Police might actually change their behavior pattern after leaving the clinic. Having served in the Army with a good friend who started using heroin while stationed in Germany, I understand first hand what it's like to care about someone who knows they're in the grip of an evil addiction, and wants more than anything to break free. Holding them in custody briefly solves the excess trash and perceived threat to children issues.
     But it came to me that what may work better would be to shuttle this clinics clients directly back to where they reside, as soon as they walk out of the clinic. It doesn't take a great deal of cash to do this, it solves the two problems that have been articulated, and shows our addicted Brothers and Sisters that we still care about them. Peace.

Announcement of Candidacy

I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Jesse Wallace, and I'm running for Alderman of the 6th Ward. Below, you will find the first post from my blog, which can begin to acquaint your organization with my candidacy, and my fundamental priorities. My nominating Petitions are now being circulated. Please, feel free to reply to this blog post if you would like to provide input, rebuttal, or guidance to my campaign. PEACE. 

The three fundamental goals I've set for myself as 6th Ward Alderman are to:

1.) Spearhead the creation of a Community Owned and Operated Co-op Supermarket in the 6th Ward.

2.) To Mentor the members of the ultra violent gangs that are killing each other and innocent neighbors, and share with them a few things I've learned about surviving without violence.

3.) To establish a robust business relationship with either the Ndoum Group Bank, or the Southside Community Federal Credit Union. To initiate and move forward with economic growth that's independent of outside lending sources, we will have to work from within the community, and not waste time and energy asking for assistance from outside of the 6th Ward.

I'm Ready! Are You?