The Erosion of Public Morality: A Stark Reality in Lafayette Park

It’s not just about the erosion of public spaces or the rise in crime rates; it’s about the loss of a collective sense of right and wrong.

A crack addict lights a pipe, in a file photo. Joel Saget/AFP via Getty Images

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During a recent stroll through Lafayette Park, a historic site that has witnessed the ebb and flow of U.S. history, I was confronted with a sight that encapsulated the deteriorating fabric of our society.