Californians’ Last Hope to Solve Homeless Crisis Is the US Supreme Court

Published on January 17, 2024

Commentary California has, by far, the worst homeless crisis in the country. No doubt recognizing the extent of the problem, the U.S. Supreme Court has finally agreed to hear a case this year regarding the ability of the state, and eight other western states, to enforce no-camping laws. This has given hope to everyday Californians who simply wish to again enjoy their parks and beaches, and to safely walk down a sidewalk without stepping on or over people and their belongings, trash, needles, and feces. But will California’s big cities comply with the Court’s ruling? The cause of California’s homeless crisis is simple, though some would like you to think otherwise. Leftists blame it on a capitalist system they allege has resulted in a lack of affordable housing or shelters for the homeless, landlords unfairly evicting tenants, unfair rent increases, inadequate welfare, and, for good measure, racism. They use the homeless crisis as an excuse to implement their socialist dream policies, like government housing, rent control, eviction moratoriums and protections, and reparations....