Post-Grants Pass, How Are California Cities Approaching Homelessness?
We’ll discuss the impact the Supreme Court ruling is having in California, and why top Democrats disagree over the best course of action.
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Show Notes
In late June, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that cities can dismantle homeless encampments on sidewalks and other public places and make people move without running afoul of the constitution. The ruling by the Republican-appointed majority was cheered by many Democrats, including Gov. Gavin Newsom who issued an executive order calling on cities to remove the tents and the people living in them quickly. Some have been eager to do so, including San Francisco Mayor London Breed – who is facing tough competition in her run for reelection. Other cities have taken a slower approach. We’ll discuss the impact the Supreme Court ruling is having in California, and why top Democrats disagree over the best course of action.
Guests:
Marisa Kendall, homelessness reporter, CalMatters
Fred Keely, Mayor, Santa Cruz
John Do, senior attorney for the Racial and Economic Justice Program, ACLU of Northern California
Darrell Steinberg, Mayor, Sacramento
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