That is technically true, but it doesn't matter in practice. Local electorates are primarily wealthier people with time on their hands (tax payers), so they ove

That is technically true, but it doesn't matter in practice. Local electorates are primarily wealthier people with time on their hands (tax payers), so they overwhelmingly prioritize local commerce, which usually involves fighting crime and attracting mpney, which is an effort that homeless populations are seen as undermining. The result is that punishing homelessness gets politicians re-elected.