Despite spending billions of dollars, the number of homeless individuals has continued to rise.
Congress has a decision to make. Will we change the way we distribute funds to fight homelessness, or will we continue to reward providers based on an ideological philosophy?
We must safeguard our civil liberties, but we also must not forget abut the right of an ill person who relies on society’s conscience and protection to survive a treatable illness.
Mayor Adams should promote solutions that center on people, focus on connecting short-term interventions to long-term housing solutions, and promote pathways to economic mobility.
Honoring our veterans means ensuring that every person who has served in the military can live a safe and secure life after they’ve completed their service. And the single most important thing that every veteran needs is a safe and affordable place to live.