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> cant criminalize just being homeless either Yes, you can. It really is that simple. The homeless problem isn't persistent because it's technically hard. It'
by quotemstr 7y ago
> cant criminalize just being homeless either
Yes, you can. It really is that simple. The homeless problem isn't persistent because it's technically hard. It's persistent because a segment of society is addicted to moral posturing in a way that blocks necessary and obvious solutions.
There is no legal or moral problem. Build adequate shelters in inexpensive locations and arrest everyone who camps on the street and refuses to go to one of these shelters. (This approach is also compatible with the recent SCOTUS stance on the subject.) Everyone needs a place to sleep, but there is no reason for society to support squatting on random public land as a lifestyle choice.
- Aloha 7y agoMorally you shouldn't and legally you currently cannot. What's your proposal, arrest everyone who's homeless and jail then forever?
- krapp 7y ago>arrest everyone who's homeless and jail then forever At least then the homeless would have guaranteed access to shelter, food and medical care, and likely drug treatment and employment programs. It's more humane than lining public spaces with spikes and caltrops to drive the homeless away like unwanted animals, and Americans would likely much rather pay taxes to jail the homeless than to subsidize "socialist" initiatives like public housing and food distribution.
- DrJosiah 7y agoThat is his actual proposal. I'm trying to figure out if he's that dumb, or a shitposter.